Anxiety in adults with autism: Perspectives from practitioners / Kirsty AINSWORTH in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 69 (January 2020)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 69 (January 2020) . - p.101457 Titre : Anxiety in adults with autism: Perspectives from practitioners Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Kirsty AINSWORTH, Auteur ; Ashley E. ROBERTSON, Auteur ; Heather WELSH, Auteur ; Matthew DAY, Auteur ; Jane WATT, Auteur ; Fiona BARRY, Auteur ; Andrew STANFIELD, Auteur ; Craig MELVILLE, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.101457 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism  Adults  Anxiety  Thematic analysis  Practitioners Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition, characterized by differences in social communication and social interaction as well as restricted interests and repetitive behaviours (American Psychiatric Association, 2013). Research has suggested that 50% of adults with autism meet criteria for an anxiety disorder diagnosis (Russell et al., 2013). Despite a call for multidisciplinary insights (White et al., 2018), few studies have included perspectives of practitioners in this field. Method We conducted interviews with eight practitioners (6 Clinical Psychologists, 1 Consultant Clinical Psychologist and 1 Nurse Practitioner) who work with adults with autism and anxiety on a regular basis. Results Via thematic analysis, four key themes were identified: 1. Modifications to psychological therapy 2. Thinking outside the box 3. Continued support 4. Issues with anxiety measures. Conclusion Modification of standard anxiety interventions are common in practice but the course and nature of these modifications are inconsistent and may depend on practitioner experience. Practitioners may consistently have to think inventively in order to best serve adults with autism and anxiety. Current anxiety measures could be improved in order to accurately gauge anxiety, specific to adults with autism. These findings are discussed in relation to practice and future research. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2019.101457 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=412 [article] Anxiety in adults with autism: Perspectives from practitioners [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Kirsty AINSWORTH, Auteur ; Ashley E. ROBERTSON, Auteur ; Heather WELSH, Auteur ; Matthew DAY, Auteur ; Jane WATT, Auteur ; Fiona BARRY, Auteur ; Andrew STANFIELD, Auteur ; Craig MELVILLE, Auteur . - p.101457. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 69 (January 2020) . - p.101457 Mots-clés : Autism  Adults  Anxiety  Thematic analysis  Practitioners Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition, characterized by differences in social communication and social interaction as well as restricted interests and repetitive behaviours (American Psychiatric Association, 2013). Research has suggested that 50% of adults with autism meet criteria for an anxiety disorder diagnosis (Russell et al., 2013). Despite a call for multidisciplinary insights (White et al., 2018), few studies have included perspectives of practitioners in this field. Method We conducted interviews with eight practitioners (6 Clinical Psychologists, 1 Consultant Clinical Psychologist and 1 Nurse Practitioner) who work with adults with autism and anxiety on a regular basis. Results Via thematic analysis, four key themes were identified: 1. Modifications to psychological therapy 2. Thinking outside the box 3. Continued support 4. Issues with anxiety measures. Conclusion Modification of standard anxiety interventions are common in practice but the course and nature of these modifications are inconsistent and may depend on practitioner experience. Practitioners may consistently have to think inventively in order to best serve adults with autism and anxiety. Current anxiety measures could be improved in order to accurately gauge anxiety, specific to adults with autism. These findings are discussed in relation to practice and future research. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2019.101457 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=412

The experience and impact of anxiety in autistic adults: A thematic analysis / Ashley E. ROBERTSON in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 46 (February 2018)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 46 (February 2018) . - p.8-18 Titre : The experience and impact of anxiety in autistic adults: A thematic analysis Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Ashley E. ROBERTSON, Auteur ; Andrew C. STANFIELD, Auteur ; Jane WATT, Auteur ; Fiona BARRY, Auteur ; Matthew DAY, Auteur ; Magnus CORMACK, Auteur ; Craig MELVILLE, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.8-18 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Anxiety  Thematic analysis  Qualitative  Autism spectrum disorders  Mental ill health Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : AbstractBackground A high proportion of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) also meet criteria for anxiety disorders. Few studies have explored the experience and impact of anxiety in autistic adults using qualitative methods. Methods Seventeen semi-structured interviews with either autistic adults (n = 10) or the supporters of adults with a diagnosis of ASD (n = 7) were conducted. The data were analysed using thematic analysis. Results Three main themes were identified: ‘contributing and mitigating factors to anxiety’, ‘consequences of anxiety’, and ‘management of anxiety’. Discussion Findings highlighted the role that uncertainty plays in anxiety in autism, supporting existing theoretical accounts. Implications for clinical practice were discussed. These included ensuring that communication differences are minimised, and highlighting the importance of meaningfully including autistic people throughout the development and evaluation process of interventions for mental health. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2017.11.006 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=327 [article] The experience and impact of anxiety in autistic adults: A thematic analysis [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Ashley E. ROBERTSON, Auteur ; Andrew C. STANFIELD, Auteur ; Jane WATT, Auteur ; Fiona BARRY, Auteur ; Matthew DAY, Auteur ; Magnus CORMACK, Auteur ; Craig MELVILLE, Auteur . - p.8-18. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 46 (February 2018) . - p.8-18 Mots-clés : Anxiety  Thematic analysis  Qualitative  Autism spectrum disorders  Mental ill health Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : AbstractBackground A high proportion of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) also meet criteria for anxiety disorders. Few studies have explored the experience and impact of anxiety in autistic adults using qualitative methods. Methods Seventeen semi-structured interviews with either autistic adults (n = 10) or the supporters of adults with a diagnosis of ASD (n = 7) were conducted. The data were analysed using thematic analysis. Results Three main themes were identified: ‘contributing and mitigating factors to anxiety’, ‘consequences of anxiety’, and ‘management of anxiety’. Discussion Findings highlighted the role that uncertainty plays in anxiety in autism, supporting existing theoretical accounts. Implications for clinical practice were discussed. These included ensuring that communication differences are minimised, and highlighting the importance of meaningfully including autistic people throughout the development and evaluation process of interventions for mental health. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2017.11.006 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=327

The Relationship Between Self-Reported Sensory Experiences and Autistic Traits in the General Population: A Mixed Methods Analysis / Ashley E. ROBERTSON in Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 33-3 (September 2018)  

Public ISBD [article]  inFocus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities > 33-3 (September 2018) . - p.182-192 Titre : The Relationship Between Self-Reported Sensory Experiences and Autistic Traits in the General Population: A Mixed Methods Analysis Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Ashley E. ROBERTSON, Auteur ; David R. SIMMONS, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.182-192 Langues : Anglais (eng) Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : There have been few examples of inductive research in sensory reactivity, particularly in relation to autistic traits among the general population. This study used a mixed methods approach to explore the nature of sensory experiences among people with different levels of autistic traits. Participants completed the Glasgow Sensory Questionnaire and the Autism Spectrum Quotient. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses were performed on the data. Responses to the open questions were analyzed as part of this study, and the closed questionnaire data have been reported elsewhere. Data were coded and responses quantitatively compared by group. In addition, data were qualitatively analyzed using a general inductive approach, which resulted in two themes: ?problematic sensory experiences? and ?calming sensory experiences.? Results show that coping mechanisms and certain aspects of the sensory experience vary according to autistic trait level, and provide insight into the nature of sensory reactivity across the general population. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1177/1088357616667589 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=367 [article] The Relationship Between Self-Reported Sensory Experiences and Autistic Traits in the General Population: A Mixed Methods Analysis [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Ashley E. ROBERTSON, Auteur ; David R. SIMMONS, Auteur . - p.182-192. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities > 33-3 (September 2018) . - p.182-192 Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : There have been few examples of inductive research in sensory reactivity, particularly in relation to autistic traits among the general population. This study used a mixed methods approach to explore the nature of sensory experiences among people with different levels of autistic traits. Participants completed the Glasgow Sensory Questionnaire and the Autism Spectrum Quotient. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses were performed on the data. Responses to the open questions were analyzed as part of this study, and the closed questionnaire data have been reported elsewhere. Data were coded and responses quantitatively compared by group. In addition, data were qualitatively analyzed using a general inductive approach, which resulted in two themes: ?problematic sensory experiences? and ?calming sensory experiences.? Results show that coping mechanisms and certain aspects of the sensory experience vary according to autistic trait level, and provide insight into the nature of sensory reactivity across the general population. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1177/1088357616667589 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=367

The Relationship between Sensory Sensitivity and Autistic Traits in the General Population / Ashley E. ROBERTSON in Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 43-4 (April 2013)  

Public ISBD [article]  inJournal of Autism and Developmental Disorders > 43-4 (April 2013) . - p.775-784 Titre : The Relationship between Sensory Sensitivity and Autistic Traits in the General Population Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Ashley E. ROBERTSON, Auteur ; David R. SIMMONS, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.775-784 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism  Sensory processing  Autism Spectrum Quotient  Autistic traits Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) tend to have sensory processing difficulties (Baranek et al. in J Child Psychol Psychiatry 47:591–601, 2006). These difficulties include over- and under-responsiveness to sensory stimuli, and problems modulating sensory input (Ben-Sasson et al. in J Autism Dev Disorders 39:1–11, 2009). As those with ASD exist at the extreme end of a continuum of autistic traits that is also evident in the general population, we investigated the link between ASD and sensory sensitivity in the general population by administering two questionnaires online to 212 adult participants. Results showed a highly significant positive correlation (r = .775, p .001) between number of autistic traits and the frequency of sensory processing problems. These data suggest a strong link between sensory processing and autistic traits in the general population, which in turn potentially implicates sensory processing problems in social interaction difficulties. En ligne : http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10803-012-1608-7 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=193 [article] The Relationship between Sensory Sensitivity and Autistic Traits in the General Population [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Ashley E. ROBERTSON, Auteur ; David R. SIMMONS, Auteur . - p.775-784. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders > 43-4 (April 2013) . - p.775-784 Mots-clés : Autism  Sensory processing  Autism Spectrum Quotient  Autistic traits Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) tend to have sensory processing difficulties (Baranek et al. in J Child Psychol Psychiatry 47:591–601, 2006). These difficulties include over- and under-responsiveness to sensory stimuli, and problems modulating sensory input (Ben-Sasson et al. in J Autism Dev Disorders 39:1–11, 2009). As those with ASD exist at the extreme end of a continuum of autistic traits that is also evident in the general population, we investigated the link between ASD and sensory sensitivity in the general population by administering two questionnaires online to 212 adult participants. Results showed a highly significant positive correlation (r = .775, p .001) between number of autistic traits and the frequency of sensory processing problems. These data suggest a strong link between sensory processing and autistic traits in the general population, which in turn potentially implicates sensory processing problems in social interaction difficulties. En ligne : http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10803-012-1608-7 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=193

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