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Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders

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17-03-2022 | Original Paper

Using a Brief Intervention to Improve Partner-Focused Conversation in Adolescents with Autism

Auteurs: Christine L. Cole, Linda M. Bambara, Alana E. Telesford, Kathleen Bauer, Irem Bilgili-Karabacak, Jacquelyn Chovanes, Amanda Thomas, Amanda Weir

Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders | Uitgave 6/2023

Abstract

Individuals on the autism spectrum often experience pragmatic social conversation difficulties that include showing interest in their conversational partners. This may become particularly evident during adolescence when conversation with peers is the primary medium for social interaction. This study used a multiple baseline design across participants to investigate the effects of a brief intervention package on the partner-focused conversation of three adolescents with autism. Results showed increased partner-focused questions and comments for all participants. Social validity assessments indicated that the intervention led to meaningful improvements in peer conversations.

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Titel: Using a Brief Intervention to Improve Partner-Focused Conversation in Adolescents with Autism
Auteurs: Christine L. Cole
Linda M. Bambara
Alana E. Telesford
Kathleen Bauer
Irem Bilgili-Karabacak
Jacquelyn Chovanes
Amanda Thomas
Amanda Weir
Publicatiedatum: 17-03-2022
Uitgeverij: Springer US
Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders / Uitgave 6/2023
Print ISSN: 0162-3257
Elektronisch ISSN: 1573-3432
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-022-05510-5

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