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Associations among sensory hyperresponsiveness, restricted and repetitive behaviors, and anxiety in autism: An integrated systematic review / Kathryn L. WILLIAMS in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 83 (May 2021)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 83 (May 2021) . - 101763 Titre : Associations among sensory hyperresponsiveness, restricted and repetitive behaviors, and anxiety in autism: An integrated systematic review Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Kathryn L. WILLIAMS, Auteur ; Emily CAMPI, Auteur ; Grace T. BARANEK, Auteur Article en page(s) : 101763 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism  Anxiety  Hyperresponsiveness  Restricted  Repetitive behaviors  Systematic review  Mixed methods Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Autistic individuals exhibit core and co-occurring features that can be disabling to daily functioning and impede quality of life. The combined expression of three closely related features: sensory hyperresponsiveness, restricted interests and repetitive behaviors, and anxiety, may be a sign to practitioners that experiences in the environment are particularly challenging. These are investigated through many approaches, including animal modelling, neurological or physiological measures, behavioral observation, and first-hand accounts. However, little work has been done to review evidence across approaches to better understand their expression. Method This study was an integrated systematic review to identify factors that contribute to the collective expression of three constructs of interests (COIs; hyperresponsiveness, restricted interests and repetitive behaviors, and anxiety). Twenty-two articles were analyzed for both structural and thematic patterns. This review is unique in its inclusion of articles from a variety of disciplines and grouping of studies based on similarities over methodological techniques (i.e. quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods). Results Three overall structural approaches relating the constructs of interest were identified (parallel, relational, and contingent). Three overarching themes also emerged: 1) the broader social context, 2) predictability of environmental factors, and 3) overlap with cognitive and behavioral coping strategies. Conclusions Results highlight clinically relevant information about the combined expression of the three COIs and demonstrate possibilities for increased collaboration across disciplines through common themes and study structures to further understand the experiences of autistic people. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101763 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=445 [article] Associations among sensory hyperresponsiveness, restricted and repetitive behaviors, and anxiety in autism: An integrated systematic review [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Kathryn L. WILLIAMS, Auteur ; Emily CAMPI, Auteur ; Grace T. BARANEK, Auteur . - 101763. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 83 (May 2021) . - 101763 Mots-clés : Autism  Anxiety  Hyperresponsiveness  Restricted  Repetitive behaviors  Systematic review  Mixed methods Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Autistic individuals exhibit core and co-occurring features that can be disabling to daily functioning and impede quality of life. The combined expression of three closely related features: sensory hyperresponsiveness, restricted interests and repetitive behaviors, and anxiety, may be a sign to practitioners that experiences in the environment are particularly challenging. These are investigated through many approaches, including animal modelling, neurological or physiological measures, behavioral observation, and first-hand accounts. However, little work has been done to review evidence across approaches to better understand their expression. Method This study was an integrated systematic review to identify factors that contribute to the collective expression of three constructs of interests (COIs; hyperresponsiveness, restricted interests and repetitive behaviors, and anxiety). Twenty-two articles were analyzed for both structural and thematic patterns. This review is unique in its inclusion of articles from a variety of disciplines and grouping of studies based on similarities over methodological techniques (i.e. quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods). Results Three overall structural approaches relating the constructs of interest were identified (parallel, relational, and contingent). Three overarching themes also emerged: 1) the broader social context, 2) predictability of environmental factors, and 3) overlap with cognitive and behavioral coping strategies. Conclusions Results highlight clinically relevant information about the combined expression of the three COIs and demonstrate possibilities for increased collaboration across disciplines through common themes and study structures to further understand the experiences of autistic people. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101763 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=445

A validation study of the Chinese version of the Autism Parenting Stress Index (C-APSI) in Hong Kong / Theodore Ching-Kong CHEUNG in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 83 (May 2021)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 83 (May 2021) . - 101762 Titre : A validation study of the Chinese version of the Autism Parenting Stress Index (C-APSI) in Hong Kong Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Theodore Ching-Kong CHEUNG, Auteur ; Chi-Keung YEUNG, Auteur Article en page(s) : 101762 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism spectrum disorders  Parenting distress  Screening  Scale validation Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders are facing higher parenting distress than typical parents. Despite its economic prosperity, Hong Kong has only recently developed an early intervention service by the government for children with autism. Such a change provides an opportunity to develop better psychometric screening measuring parenting distress. Existing scales measuring parenting distress are often found to have high monetary and time costs, resulting in parent distress being neglected in treatment planning. Method To address this as well as language-based challenges, a Chinese version of an existing 13-item Autism Parenting Stress Index (C-APSI) was developed and validated in a Hong Kong clinical (n = 112) and control (n = 65) samples. Results The translated version showed satisfactory test-retest reliabilities. Although the previously found factor structure could not be replicated, the scale’s internal consistency and test-retest reliability was satisfactory. Parenting distress did not correlate with objective measures of cognitive functioning, but it did with subjective reports of daily functioning of autistic children, age of parents and family income. Implications The current study bridges the gap for the need of a validated scale for screening or quick assessment for Hong Kong Chinese parents with autistic children. The marked difference in mean scores compared to the US sample suggests cultural differences in how parents perceive the distress arising from taking care of their children. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101762 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=445 [article] A validation study of the Chinese version of the Autism Parenting Stress Index (C-APSI) in Hong Kong [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Theodore Ching-Kong CHEUNG, Auteur ; Chi-Keung YEUNG, Auteur . - 101762. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 83 (May 2021) . - 101762 Mots-clés : Autism spectrum disorders  Parenting distress  Screening  Scale validation Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders are facing higher parenting distress than typical parents. Despite its economic prosperity, Hong Kong has only recently developed an early intervention service by the government for children with autism. Such a change provides an opportunity to develop better psychometric screening measuring parenting distress. Existing scales measuring parenting distress are often found to have high monetary and time costs, resulting in parent distress being neglected in treatment planning. Method To address this as well as language-based challenges, a Chinese version of an existing 13-item Autism Parenting Stress Index (C-APSI) was developed and validated in a Hong Kong clinical (n = 112) and control (n = 65) samples. Results The translated version showed satisfactory test-retest reliabilities. Although the previously found factor structure could not be replicated, the scale’s internal consistency and test-retest reliability was satisfactory. Parenting distress did not correlate with objective measures of cognitive functioning, but it did with subjective reports of daily functioning of autistic children, age of parents and family income. Implications The current study bridges the gap for the need of a validated scale for screening or quick assessment for Hong Kong Chinese parents with autistic children. The marked difference in mean scores compared to the US sample suggests cultural differences in how parents perceive the distress arising from taking care of their children. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101762 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=445

Daily living skills in adolescents with autism spectrum disorder: Implications for intervention and independence / Elizabeth BAKER in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 83 (May 2021)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 83 (May 2021) . - 101761 Titre : Daily living skills in adolescents with autism spectrum disorder: Implications for intervention and independence Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Elizabeth BAKER, Auteur ; Katherine K. M. STAVROPOULOS, Auteur ; Bruce L. BAKER, Auteur ; Jan BLACHER, Auteur Article en page(s) : 101761 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism spectrum disorder  Adaptive behavior  Daily living skills  Externalizing behavior problems Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Challenges in adaptive behaviors are present in individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), while variation in IQ, social skills, and comorbidities are possible influences on adaptive behaviors. However, adaptive behaviors do not consistently map onto cognitive abilities in ASD, as high IQ is not protective against challenges in adaptive behaviors. Additionally, individuals with both ASD and elevated levels of externalizing problem behaviors experience even worse adaptive behaviors. Identifying factors that contribute to the variance in adaptive behaviors, particularly daily living skills (DLS), may inform strategies to improve adaptive behaviors necessary for independence in adulthood. Method Adolescents with typical cognitive development (TD, n = 84), intellectual disability (ID, n = 30), or ASD (n = 45) were included in this study to examine group differences in adaptive behaviors, identify relations between IQ and DLS, and determine factors that contribute to variance in DLS at youth age 13. The Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales, 2nd Edition (VABS-II) was used to measure adaptive behaviors. Results All domains of adaptive behavior were significantly higher in TD groups compared to ASD and ID youth. Significant positive correlations were observed between IQ and DLS in the ASD and ID groups. In the ASD youth group, higher externalizing behavior problems explained the most variance in DLS. Conclusions DLS are below age-expected levels in young adolescents with ASD, in part because of the higher externalizing behavior problems in this group. Incorporating adaptive skills training and behavior management strategies into current interventions may serve to prepare adolescents and families for the transition to adulthood. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101761 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=445 [article] Daily living skills in adolescents with autism spectrum disorder: Implications for intervention and independence [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Elizabeth BAKER, Auteur ; Katherine K. M. STAVROPOULOS, Auteur ; Bruce L. BAKER, Auteur ; Jan BLACHER, Auteur . - 101761. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 83 (May 2021) . - 101761 Mots-clés : Autism spectrum disorder  Adaptive behavior  Daily living skills  Externalizing behavior problems Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Challenges in adaptive behaviors are present in individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), while variation in IQ, social skills, and comorbidities are possible influences on adaptive behaviors. However, adaptive behaviors do not consistently map onto cognitive abilities in ASD, as high IQ is not protective against challenges in adaptive behaviors. Additionally, individuals with both ASD and elevated levels of externalizing problem behaviors experience even worse adaptive behaviors. Identifying factors that contribute to the variance in adaptive behaviors, particularly daily living skills (DLS), may inform strategies to improve adaptive behaviors necessary for independence in adulthood. Method Adolescents with typical cognitive development (TD, n = 84), intellectual disability (ID, n = 30), or ASD (n = 45) were included in this study to examine group differences in adaptive behaviors, identify relations between IQ and DLS, and determine factors that contribute to variance in DLS at youth age 13. The Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales, 2nd Edition (VABS-II) was used to measure adaptive behaviors. Results All domains of adaptive behavior were significantly higher in TD groups compared to ASD and ID youth. Significant positive correlations were observed between IQ and DLS in the ASD and ID groups. In the ASD youth group, higher externalizing behavior problems explained the most variance in DLS. Conclusions DLS are below age-expected levels in young adolescents with ASD, in part because of the higher externalizing behavior problems in this group. Incorporating adaptive skills training and behavior management strategies into current interventions may serve to prepare adolescents and families for the transition to adulthood. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101761 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=445

Quantitative Checklist for Autism in Toddlers (Q-CHAT): A psychometric study with Serbian Toddlers / Dejan STEVANOVIC in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 83 (May 2021)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 83 (May 2021) . - 101760 Titre : Quantitative Checklist for Autism in Toddlers (Q-CHAT): A psychometric study with Serbian Toddlers Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Dejan STEVANOVIC, Auteur Article en page(s) : 101760 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Early screening  ASD  Instrument  Cross-cultural  Autistic traits Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background The present study evaluated the underlying structure of the Quantitative Checklist for Autism in Toddlers (Q-CHAT) in a Serbian sample and its measurement properties for community-based screening. Method Data were collected from parents of 220 toddlers aged 15–36 months. The parents completed together the Q-CHAT and the Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers - Revised (M-CHAT-R). Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), internal consistency, convergent and known-groups validity were analyzed, with sensitivity, specificity, and predictive values calculated. Results From CFA, 17 out of 25 items emerged to represent three underlying factors, namely social communication/interaction, restrictive/repetitive behavior, and language impairment. The Q-CHAT-10 was found to have one-dimensional structure. Cronbach’s ? was ?.81 for Q-CHAT scores. All scores for toddlers with typical development were significantly lower compared to those with ASD. The cut-off points that best-balanced sensitivity/specificity for the total scores, were 37 for the Q-CHAT with all 25 items (96.2/81.9 %), 26 for the Q-CHAT with 17 items (96.2/93.3 %), and 3 (100/93.3 %) for the Q-CHAT-10, with the positive/negative predictive values of .39/.99, .57/1.00, and .67/1.00, respectively. Conclusions The Serbian Q-CHAT versions with 10 and 17 items showed sound internal consistency, convergent and know-groups validity, and high levels of sensitivity and specificity for community-based screening. A multidimensional structure with social communication/interaction, restrictive/repetitive behaviors, and language impairment aspects was confirmed. This implies that autistic traits in toddlers could be measured dimensionally with the Q-CHAT, but its structure should be verified in additional studies. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101760 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=446 [article] Quantitative Checklist for Autism in Toddlers (Q-CHAT): A psychometric study with Serbian Toddlers [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Dejan STEVANOVIC, Auteur . - 101760. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 83 (May 2021) . - 101760 Mots-clés : Early screening  ASD  Instrument  Cross-cultural  Autistic traits Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background The present study evaluated the underlying structure of the Quantitative Checklist for Autism in Toddlers (Q-CHAT) in a Serbian sample and its measurement properties for community-based screening. Method Data were collected from parents of 220 toddlers aged 15–36 months. The parents completed together the Q-CHAT and the Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers - Revised (M-CHAT-R). Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), internal consistency, convergent and known-groups validity were analyzed, with sensitivity, specificity, and predictive values calculated. Results From CFA, 17 out of 25 items emerged to represent three underlying factors, namely social communication/interaction, restrictive/repetitive behavior, and language impairment. The Q-CHAT-10 was found to have one-dimensional structure. Cronbach’s ? was ?.81 for Q-CHAT scores. All scores for toddlers with typical development were significantly lower compared to those with ASD. The cut-off points that best-balanced sensitivity/specificity for the total scores, were 37 for the Q-CHAT with all 25 items (96.2/81.9 %), 26 for the Q-CHAT with 17 items (96.2/93.3 %), and 3 (100/93.3 %) for the Q-CHAT-10, with the positive/negative predictive values of .39/.99, .57/1.00, and .67/1.00, respectively. Conclusions The Serbian Q-CHAT versions with 10 and 17 items showed sound internal consistency, convergent and know-groups validity, and high levels of sensitivity and specificity for community-based screening. A multidimensional structure with social communication/interaction, restrictive/repetitive behaviors, and language impairment aspects was confirmed. This implies that autistic traits in toddlers could be measured dimensionally with the Q-CHAT, but its structure should be verified in additional studies. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101760 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=446

Prevalence of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in individuals with autism spectrum disorder: A meta-analysis / Ying RONG in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 83 (May 2021)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 83 (May 2021) . - 101759 Titre : Prevalence of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in individuals with autism spectrum disorder: A meta-analysis Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Ying RONG, Auteur ; Chang-Jiang YANG, Auteur ; Ye JIN, Auteur ; Yue WANG, Auteur Article en page(s) : 101759 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism spectrum disorder  Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder  Current prevalence  Lifetime prevalence  Meta-analysis Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Comorbidity with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is very common in autism spectrum disorder (ASD), worsening the developmental trajectory of ASD. The reported rates of ADHD in ASD vary widely. However, no meta-analysis has been conducted specifically to assess both the current and lifetime prevalence of ADHD in ASD. This study aims to fill in this gap. Method We searched the Web of Science, PubMed, PsycINFO, CINAHL, and Embase databases for eligible articles published between January 1, 2000, and September 5, 2020. The risk of bias tool was used to assess the studies’ quality. Overall pooled estimates of the current and lifetime prevalence of ADHD in ASD were obtained using random-effects models. Study heterogeneity was examined by Q and I2 statistics. Findings A total of 63 articles were eventually included, of which 56 studies reported the current prevalence, and 13 studies reported the lifetime prevalence. The results revealed that the pooled current and lifetime prevalence rates of ADHD among ASD were 38.5 % (95 % CI 34.0–43.2) and 40.2 % (95 % CI 34.9–45.7), respectively. Our study also confirmed that age, intellectual disability, recruitment settings, and diagnostic criteria significantly influenced the current prevalence of ADHD in ASD. Conclusion ASD has considerable high current or lifetime prevalence rates of co-occurring ADHD. The findings demonstrate that clinicians should consider the high prevalence of ADHD in ASD and especially stay alert to possible ADHD diagnoses in school-age children and adolescents with ASD. Medical institutions should improve the assessment and tracking system of ADHD comorbidity in ASD and maximize the diagnostic accuracy for better treatment. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101759 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=446 [article] Prevalence of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in individuals with autism spectrum disorder: A meta-analysis [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Ying RONG, Auteur ; Chang-Jiang YANG, Auteur ; Ye JIN, Auteur ; Yue WANG, Auteur . - 101759. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 83 (May 2021) . - 101759 Mots-clés : Autism spectrum disorder  Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder  Current prevalence  Lifetime prevalence  Meta-analysis Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Comorbidity with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is very common in autism spectrum disorder (ASD), worsening the developmental trajectory of ASD. The reported rates of ADHD in ASD vary widely. However, no meta-analysis has been conducted specifically to assess both the current and lifetime prevalence of ADHD in ASD. This study aims to fill in this gap. Method We searched the Web of Science, PubMed, PsycINFO, CINAHL, and Embase databases for eligible articles published between January 1, 2000, and September 5, 2020. The risk of bias tool was used to assess the studies’ quality. Overall pooled estimates of the current and lifetime prevalence of ADHD in ASD were obtained using random-effects models. Study heterogeneity was examined by Q and I2 statistics. Findings A total of 63 articles were eventually included, of which 56 studies reported the current prevalence, and 13 studies reported the lifetime prevalence. The results revealed that the pooled current and lifetime prevalence rates of ADHD among ASD were 38.5 % (95 % CI 34.0–43.2) and 40.2 % (95 % CI 34.9–45.7), respectively. Our study also confirmed that age, intellectual disability, recruitment settings, and diagnostic criteria significantly influenced the current prevalence of ADHD in ASD. Conclusion ASD has considerable high current or lifetime prevalence rates of co-occurring ADHD. The findings demonstrate that clinicians should consider the high prevalence of ADHD in ASD and especially stay alert to possible ADHD diagnoses in school-age children and adolescents with ASD. Medical institutions should improve the assessment and tracking system of ADHD comorbidity in ASD and maximize the diagnostic accuracy for better treatment. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101759 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=446

Mixed martial arts training improves social skills and lessens problem behaviors in boys with Autism Spectrum Disorder / Janice N. PHUNG in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 83 (May 2021)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 83 (May 2021) . - 101758 Titre : Mixed martial arts training improves social skills and lessens problem behaviors in boys with Autism Spectrum Disorder Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Janice N. PHUNG, Auteur ; Wendy A. GOLDBERG, Auteur Article en page(s) : 101758 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : ASD  Physical exercise  Martial arts  Social skills  Problem behaviors Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Difficulties with social functioning are a defining core characteristic among children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Fortunately, adaptive social skills can be acquired. Physical exercise has gained interest among researchers as a practical way to improve social functioning in children with ASD. The present study evaluated the effectiveness of a Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) intervention for improving social skills and lessening problematic social behaviors in school-aged boys with ASD. Method Thirty-four boys and girls (n = 28 boys, 6 girls) with ASD were randomly assigned to either a community-based MMA intervention or a Waitlist Control (WLC) condition. Randomization resulted in an intervention group of all boys. Assessments of child functioning were conducted pre- and post-intervention. The 26-session MMA intervention consisted of learning and practicing increasingly challenging motor movements in a structured class with ASD and typically-developing peers. The WLC group did not participate in any intervention between pre- and post-test. Measures of implementation fidelity were included. Results Results indicated significant interactions between group and predicted social functioning over time. Compared to the control group, parents of boys with ASD in the martial arts group reported significantly higher positive social behaviors and significantly lower negative social behaviors between pre- and post-test. Conclusions The results of this study increase our understanding of the benefits of martial arts training for boys with ASD within a community setting. Practical implications highlight the importance of providing a social component with physical exercise, helping to address the physical needs of children with ASD and perhaps conferring social benefits as well. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101758 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=446 [article] Mixed martial arts training improves social skills and lessens problem behaviors in boys with Autism Spectrum Disorder [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Janice N. PHUNG, Auteur ; Wendy A. GOLDBERG, Auteur . - 101758. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 83 (May 2021) . - 101758 Mots-clés : ASD  Physical exercise  Martial arts  Social skills  Problem behaviors Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Difficulties with social functioning are a defining core characteristic among children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Fortunately, adaptive social skills can be acquired. Physical exercise has gained interest among researchers as a practical way to improve social functioning in children with ASD. The present study evaluated the effectiveness of a Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) intervention for improving social skills and lessening problematic social behaviors in school-aged boys with ASD. Method Thirty-four boys and girls (n = 28 boys, 6 girls) with ASD were randomly assigned to either a community-based MMA intervention or a Waitlist Control (WLC) condition. Randomization resulted in an intervention group of all boys. Assessments of child functioning were conducted pre- and post-intervention. The 26-session MMA intervention consisted of learning and practicing increasingly challenging motor movements in a structured class with ASD and typically-developing peers. The WLC group did not participate in any intervention between pre- and post-test. Measures of implementation fidelity were included. Results Results indicated significant interactions between group and predicted social functioning over time. Compared to the control group, parents of boys with ASD in the martial arts group reported significantly higher positive social behaviors and significantly lower negative social behaviors between pre- and post-test. Conclusions The results of this study increase our understanding of the benefits of martial arts training for boys with ASD within a community setting. Practical implications highlight the importance of providing a social component with physical exercise, helping to address the physical needs of children with ASD and perhaps conferring social benefits as well. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101758 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=446

COVID-19 pandemic effects in people with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their caregivers: Evaluation of social distancing and lockdown impact on mental health and general status / Jorge LUGO-MARÍN in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 83 (May 2021)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 83 (May 2021) . - 101757 Titre : COVID-19 pandemic effects in people with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their caregivers: Evaluation of social distancing and lockdown impact on mental health and general status Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Jorge LUGO-MARÍN, Auteur ; Laura GISBERT-GUSTEMPS, Auteur ; Imanol SETIEN-RAMOS, Auteur ; Gemma ESPAÑOL-MARTIN, Auteur ; Pol IBAÑEZ-JIMENEZ, Auteur ; Mireia FORNER-PUNTONET, Auteur ; Gara ARTEAGA-HENRIQUEZ, Auteur ; Albert SORIANO-DIA, Auteur ; Juan David DUQUE-YEMAIL, Auteur ; Josep Antoni RAMOS-QUIROGA, Auteur Article en page(s) : 101757 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism Spectrum Disorder  COVID-19  Mental health  Caregivers  Pre-post design  Survey Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Among the difficulties associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are those related to adaptation to changes and new situations, as well as anxious-depressive symptoms frequently related to excessive environmental requirements. The main objective of this research is to study the psychological impact of the lockdown due to the social emergency situation (COVID-19) in children/adolescents and adults diagnosed with ASD. Participants were 37 caregivers of children/adolescents with ASD, also 35 ASD adults and 32 informants. Evaluation was conducted through a web survey system and included standardized clinical questionnaires (CBCL and SCL-90-R), which were compared with results before lockdown start, and a brief self-reported survey addressing the subjective perception of changes in daily functioning areas. The results revealed a reduction of psychopathological symptoms in both age groups, but only reaching statistical significance in the adult group, except for Somatization, Anxiety, and Obsessive-Compulsive domains. ASD severity Level 2 showed greater improvement after lockdown onset in the children/adolescent group when compared to ASD Level 1 participants. Younger adults (18–25 yoa) reported greater improvement than older adults (=>25 yoa). Survey results indicate an improvement of feeding quality and a reduction in the number of social initiations during the lockdown. Adult ASD participants perceived a decrease in stress levels after the lockdown onset, whereas caregivers reported higher stress levels at the same point in both age groups. Limitations included the small number of participants and a heterogeneous evaluation window between measures. Pyschopathological status after two months of social distancing and lockdown seems to improve in ASD young adult population. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101757 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=446 [article] COVID-19 pandemic effects in people with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their caregivers: Evaluation of social distancing and lockdown impact on mental health and general status [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Jorge LUGO-MARÍN, Auteur ; Laura GISBERT-GUSTEMPS, Auteur ; Imanol SETIEN-RAMOS, Auteur ; Gemma ESPAÑOL-MARTIN, Auteur ; Pol IBAÑEZ-JIMENEZ, Auteur ; Mireia FORNER-PUNTONET, Auteur ; Gara ARTEAGA-HENRIQUEZ, Auteur ; Albert SORIANO-DIA, Auteur ; Juan David DUQUE-YEMAIL, Auteur ; Josep Antoni RAMOS-QUIROGA, Auteur . - 101757. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 83 (May 2021) . - 101757 Mots-clés : Autism Spectrum Disorder  COVID-19  Mental health  Caregivers  Pre-post design  Survey Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Among the difficulties associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are those related to adaptation to changes and new situations, as well as anxious-depressive symptoms frequently related to excessive environmental requirements. The main objective of this research is to study the psychological impact of the lockdown due to the social emergency situation (COVID-19) in children/adolescents and adults diagnosed with ASD. Participants were 37 caregivers of children/adolescents with ASD, also 35 ASD adults and 32 informants. Evaluation was conducted through a web survey system and included standardized clinical questionnaires (CBCL and SCL-90-R), which were compared with results before lockdown start, and a brief self-reported survey addressing the subjective perception of changes in daily functioning areas. The results revealed a reduction of psychopathological symptoms in both age groups, but only reaching statistical significance in the adult group, except for Somatization, Anxiety, and Obsessive-Compulsive domains. ASD severity Level 2 showed greater improvement after lockdown onset in the children/adolescent group when compared to ASD Level 1 participants. Younger adults (18–25 yoa) reported greater improvement than older adults (=>25 yoa). Survey results indicate an improvement of feeding quality and a reduction in the number of social initiations during the lockdown. Adult ASD participants perceived a decrease in stress levels after the lockdown onset, whereas caregivers reported higher stress levels at the same point in both age groups. Limitations included the small number of participants and a heterogeneous evaluation window between measures. Pyschopathological status after two months of social distancing and lockdown seems to improve in ASD young adult population. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101757 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=446

Efficacy of a computer-assisted cognitive-behavior therapy program for treating youth with anxiety and co-occurring autism spectrum disorder: Camp Cope-A-Lot / Felicia CRUZ PRYOR in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 83 (May 2021)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 83 (May 2021) . - 101748 Titre : Efficacy of a computer-assisted cognitive-behavior therapy program for treating youth with anxiety and co-occurring autism spectrum disorder: Camp Cope-A-Lot Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Felicia CRUZ PRYOR, Auteur ; Alan LINCOLN, Auteur ; Robyn IGELMAN, Auteur ; Varvara TOMA, Auteur ; Roya IRAVANI, Auteur Article en page(s) : 101748 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism spectrum  Anxiety disorder  Cognitive behavior therapy  Computer-assisted  Psychotherapy  ASD  Social anxiety  Social phobia  Social skills  Child therapy Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background In a crossover design the current study describes the efficacy of a computer-assisted intervention program for youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) who also experience co-occurring anxiety. Methods The computer-assisted cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) program for treating anxiety, Camp Cope-A-Lot (CCAL) was compared to control intervention, another computer-assisted program, The Social Express (TSE), that does not employ CBT nor is targeted for the treatment of anxiety. TSE is designed to improve social skills in youth with ASD. Participants had a principal anxiety disorder and a current diagnosis of ASD. Participants received 12-sessions of CCAL or 12-sessions of TSE. Outcome measures were obtained at intake, upon completion of the first intervention of the trial and upon completion of the second intervention of the trial. Results CCAL was efficacious for treating anxiety. Participants who completed CCAL demonstrated significant and clinical reductions in anxiety when compared to participants who completed TSE. Both interventions, CCAL and TSE, resulted in some limited improvement in social skills. Conclusions The current study showed that anxiety symptoms in youth with ASD and co-occurring anxiety disorders can benefit from computer-assisted CBT employing CCAL. This expands previous literature employing computer-assisted CBT interventions in youth, and more specifically, youth with ASD. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101748 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=446 [article] Efficacy of a computer-assisted cognitive-behavior therapy program for treating youth with anxiety and co-occurring autism spectrum disorder: Camp Cope-A-Lot [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Felicia CRUZ PRYOR, Auteur ; Alan LINCOLN, Auteur ; Robyn IGELMAN, Auteur ; Varvara TOMA, Auteur ; Roya IRAVANI, Auteur . - 101748. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 83 (May 2021) . - 101748 Mots-clés : Autism spectrum  Anxiety disorder  Cognitive behavior therapy  Computer-assisted  Psychotherapy  ASD  Social anxiety  Social phobia  Social skills  Child therapy Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background In a crossover design the current study describes the efficacy of a computer-assisted intervention program for youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) who also experience co-occurring anxiety. Methods The computer-assisted cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) program for treating anxiety, Camp Cope-A-Lot (CCAL) was compared to control intervention, another computer-assisted program, The Social Express (TSE), that does not employ CBT nor is targeted for the treatment of anxiety. TSE is designed to improve social skills in youth with ASD. Participants had a principal anxiety disorder and a current diagnosis of ASD. Participants received 12-sessions of CCAL or 12-sessions of TSE. Outcome measures were obtained at intake, upon completion of the first intervention of the trial and upon completion of the second intervention of the trial. Results CCAL was efficacious for treating anxiety. Participants who completed CCAL demonstrated significant and clinical reductions in anxiety when compared to participants who completed TSE. Both interventions, CCAL and TSE, resulted in some limited improvement in social skills. Conclusions The current study showed that anxiety symptoms in youth with ASD and co-occurring anxiety disorders can benefit from computer-assisted CBT employing CCAL. This expands previous literature employing computer-assisted CBT interventions in youth, and more specifically, youth with ASD. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101748 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=446

“This may be a really good opportunity to make the world a more autism friendly place”: Professionals’ perspectives on the effects of COVID-19 on autistic individuals / Debbie SPAIN in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 83 (May 2021)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 83 (May 2021) . - 101747 Titre : “This may be a really good opportunity to make the world a more autism friendly place”: Professionals’ perspectives on the effects of COVID-19 on autistic individuals Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Debbie SPAIN, Auteur ; David MASON, Auteur ; Simone J CAPP, Auteur ; Laura STOPPELBEIN, Auteur ; Susan W. WHITE, Auteur ; Francesca HAPPE, Auteur Article en page(s) : 101747 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism  COVID-19  Health professionals  Health and social care  Telehealth Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background The COVID-19 (C-19) pandemic affects everyone. Autistic individuals may be at increased risk of experiencing difficulties coping with the impact of C-19 (e.g. due to unexpected changes to usual activities and routines, and the general sense of uncertainty). This preliminary study gathered the perspectives of health and social care professionals, and researchers, about: (1) vulnerability factors for coping with the pandemic; (2) the impact of the pandemic; (3) service provision during the pandemic; and (4) interventions to support reintegration during and post the pandemic. Method We conducted an online survey, comprising Likert-scale and free text responses. Quantitative data were analysed descriptively, and qualitative data thematically. Results Thirty-seven participants, working in clinical, education and academic settings with autistic individuals, completed the survey. C-19 had substantially impacted service provision, causing major disruption or loss of services. Thematic analysis indicated six overarching themes: (1) vulnerability factors for coping with C-19 and lockdown; (2) positive and negative impact of lockdown (for autistic individuals, families and professionals); (3) public health response to C-19; (4) service provision during the pandemic; (5) inequalities; and (6) looking to the future. Conclusions Professionals, across disciplines and settings, must now work together with autistic individuals and their families, to understand the impact of these extraordinary circumstances and develop ways everyone can be supported more effectively. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101747 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=446 [article] “This may be a really good opportunity to make the world a more autism friendly place”: Professionals’ perspectives on the effects of COVID-19 on autistic individuals [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Debbie SPAIN, Auteur ; David MASON, Auteur ; Simone J CAPP, Auteur ; Laura STOPPELBEIN, Auteur ; Susan W. WHITE, Auteur ; Francesca HAPPE, Auteur . - 101747. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 83 (May 2021) . - 101747 Mots-clés : Autism  COVID-19  Health professionals  Health and social care  Telehealth Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background The COVID-19 (C-19) pandemic affects everyone. Autistic individuals may be at increased risk of experiencing difficulties coping with the impact of C-19 (e.g. due to unexpected changes to usual activities and routines, and the general sense of uncertainty). This preliminary study gathered the perspectives of health and social care professionals, and researchers, about: (1) vulnerability factors for coping with the pandemic; (2) the impact of the pandemic; (3) service provision during the pandemic; and (4) interventions to support reintegration during and post the pandemic. Method We conducted an online survey, comprising Likert-scale and free text responses. Quantitative data were analysed descriptively, and qualitative data thematically. Results Thirty-seven participants, working in clinical, education and academic settings with autistic individuals, completed the survey. C-19 had substantially impacted service provision, causing major disruption or loss of services. Thematic analysis indicated six overarching themes: (1) vulnerability factors for coping with C-19 and lockdown; (2) positive and negative impact of lockdown (for autistic individuals, families and professionals); (3) public health response to C-19; (4) service provision during the pandemic; (5) inequalities; and (6) looking to the future. Conclusions Professionals, across disciplines and settings, must now work together with autistic individuals and their families, to understand the impact of these extraordinary circumstances and develop ways everyone can be supported more effectively. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101747 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=446

Teachers’ attitudes toward the inclusion of students with autism spectrum disorder: Impact of students’ difficulties / Mickaël JURY in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 83 (May 2021)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 83 (May 2021) . - 101746 Titre : Teachers’ attitudes toward the inclusion of students with autism spectrum disorder: Impact of students’ difficulties Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Mickaël JURY, Auteur ; Anne-Laure PERRIN, Auteur ; Caroline DESOMBRE, Auteur ; Odile ROHMER, Auteur Article en page(s) : 101746 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Inclusive education  Attitudes  Autism spectrum disorder  Stereotype Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are less included within mainstream educational systems. We argued that teachers’ attitudes toward their inclusion represent a key factor to understand this issue. Based on previous research showing that teachers are frequently reluctant to include them in mainstream education, we hypothesized that teachers’ attitudes could be predicted by the specific difficulties faced by these students. Method One thousand and sixty-four teachers were asked to express their attitudes toward the inclusion of students with ASD in an online questionnaire. The co-occurring difficulties that students with ASD could face were experimentally manipulated through brief information depicting specific set of difficulties. Results Teachers expressed more positive attitudes toward the inclusion of students with ASD with no difficulties, in comparison with those with behavioral difficulties, behavioral and cognitive difficulties, or those for whom difficulties were not specified – the control condition. Unexpectedly, teachers were not more positive regarding the inclusion of students with ASD with no difficulties in comparison with those with cognitive difficulties. Conclusions Without specific information, it seems that teachers spontaneously associated ASD with behavioral difficulties and that teachers’ attitudes were the most negative for students facing such difficulties (regardless of the presence or absence of cognitive difficulties). Nonetheless, by also suggesting that attitudes toward the inclusion of these students can be positive, these results seem to corroborate that the use of broader categories like “students with ASD” could be discussed. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101746 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=446 [article] Teachers’ attitudes toward the inclusion of students with autism spectrum disorder: Impact of students’ difficulties [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Mickaël JURY, Auteur ; Anne-Laure PERRIN, Auteur ; Caroline DESOMBRE, Auteur ; Odile ROHMER, Auteur . - 101746. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 83 (May 2021) . - 101746 Mots-clés : Inclusive education  Attitudes  Autism spectrum disorder  Stereotype Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are less included within mainstream educational systems. We argued that teachers’ attitudes toward their inclusion represent a key factor to understand this issue. Based on previous research showing that teachers are frequently reluctant to include them in mainstream education, we hypothesized that teachers’ attitudes could be predicted by the specific difficulties faced by these students. Method One thousand and sixty-four teachers were asked to express their attitudes toward the inclusion of students with ASD in an online questionnaire. The co-occurring difficulties that students with ASD could face were experimentally manipulated through brief information depicting specific set of difficulties. Results Teachers expressed more positive attitudes toward the inclusion of students with ASD with no difficulties, in comparison with those with behavioral difficulties, behavioral and cognitive difficulties, or those for whom difficulties were not specified – the control condition. Unexpectedly, teachers were not more positive regarding the inclusion of students with ASD with no difficulties in comparison with those with cognitive difficulties. Conclusions Without specific information, it seems that teachers spontaneously associated ASD with behavioral difficulties and that teachers’ attitudes were the most negative for students facing such difficulties (regardless of the presence or absence of cognitive difficulties). Nonetheless, by also suggesting that attitudes toward the inclusion of these students can be positive, these results seem to corroborate that the use of broader categories like “students with ASD” could be discussed. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101746 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=446

Investigating gender differences in the early markers of Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) in infants and toddlers / Josephine BARBARO in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 83 (May 2021)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 83 (May 2021) . - 101745 Titre : Investigating gender differences in the early markers of Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) in infants and toddlers Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Josephine BARBARO, Auteur ; Nerelie C. FREEMAN, Auteur Article en page(s) : 101745 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism  Gender differences  Females  Early markers  Screening  Developmental surveillance Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Many females with Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) are diagnosed later, mis-diagnosed, or missed altogether compared with males, leading to lost opportunities for early supports and services. It is therefore critical that researchers attempt to identify the earliest possible opportunity for females with ASC to be identified and diagnosed. The primary objective of this study was to investigate gender differences in the early signs of ASC in infants and toddlers identified during routine, community-based, developmental surveillance. A secondary aim was to examine gender ratio trends across time. Method A cross-sectional sample of 197 infants and toddlers (44 female, 153 male) at “high likelihood” for ASC were grouped by autism diagnosis and gender to enable social-communication behaviours to be compared at 18 and 24 months of age. Furthermore, gender ratio trends were examined between 12 and 24 months of age. Results No gender differences were found across groups at 18–24-months (small samples prohibited analyses at 12-months). However, the ratio of autistic females to males decreased from 1:15 at 12-months to 1:3.2 by 24-months. Conclusions The results of this study suggest close monitoring of females is required when conducting developmental surveillance for ASC, due to the large gender ratio discrepancy between 12- and 24-months. It is recommended that future studies continue to focus on the early autism phenotype in community-based samples, to assist with modification or development of female specific screening and developmental surveillance tools during infancy and toddlerhood. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101745 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=446 [article] Investigating gender differences in the early markers of Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) in infants and toddlers [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Josephine BARBARO, Auteur ; Nerelie C. FREEMAN, Auteur . - 101745. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 83 (May 2021) . - 101745 Mots-clés : Autism  Gender differences  Females  Early markers  Screening  Developmental surveillance Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Many females with Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) are diagnosed later, mis-diagnosed, or missed altogether compared with males, leading to lost opportunities for early supports and services. It is therefore critical that researchers attempt to identify the earliest possible opportunity for females with ASC to be identified and diagnosed. The primary objective of this study was to investigate gender differences in the early signs of ASC in infants and toddlers identified during routine, community-based, developmental surveillance. A secondary aim was to examine gender ratio trends across time. Method A cross-sectional sample of 197 infants and toddlers (44 female, 153 male) at “high likelihood” for ASC were grouped by autism diagnosis and gender to enable social-communication behaviours to be compared at 18 and 24 months of age. Furthermore, gender ratio trends were examined between 12 and 24 months of age. Results No gender differences were found across groups at 18–24-months (small samples prohibited analyses at 12-months). However, the ratio of autistic females to males decreased from 1:15 at 12-months to 1:3.2 by 24-months. Conclusions The results of this study suggest close monitoring of females is required when conducting developmental surveillance for ASC, due to the large gender ratio discrepancy between 12- and 24-months. It is recommended that future studies continue to focus on the early autism phenotype in community-based samples, to assist with modification or development of female specific screening and developmental surveillance tools during infancy and toddlerhood. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101745 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=446

Fathers of children with autism spectrum disorder: Their perceptions of paternal role a predictor of caregiving satisfaction, self-efficacy and burden / Nicola RUDELLI in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 83 (May 2021)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 83 (May 2021) . - 101744 Titre : Fathers of children with autism spectrum disorder: Their perceptions of paternal role a predictor of caregiving satisfaction, self-efficacy and burden Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Nicola RUDELLI, Auteur ; Claudio STRACCIA, Auteur ; Geneviève PETITPIERRE, Auteur Article en page(s) : 101744 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Fathers of children with autism spectrum disorder  Paternal role  Self-efficacy  Caregiving burden  Caregiving satisfaction  Challenging behaviours  Social support Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background The positive effect of a father’s involvement in children’s upbringing is now recognised. However, research on fathers raising children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are still few. This study examines the relationship between the perception, fathers of children with ASD have of the importance of their role in the development of their children and the feelings (self-efficacy, caregiving burden, satisfaction) they express about their parenting experience. Method Sixty-three Swiss Italian fathers of children with ASD completed The Role of the Father Questionnaire (ROFQ), three sub-scales of the Caregiver Survey, a subtest of the Child Adjustment and Parent Efficacy Scale and a home-made questionnaire measuring Perceived Social Support. Results The results from hierarchical multiple regression analyses show that the importance that fathers attach to the paternal role predicts positively their caregiving satisfaction and their feeling of self-efficacy. The children’s challenging behaviours predict positively the caregiving burden whereas the assessment of social support predicts it negatively. Conclusions The perception of the importance of the paternal role needs to be considered in the support offered to families with a child with ASD. A better understanding of the fathers’ feelings could be of value for the programmes. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101744 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=446 [article] Fathers of children with autism spectrum disorder: Their perceptions of paternal role a predictor of caregiving satisfaction, self-efficacy and burden [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Nicola RUDELLI, Auteur ; Claudio STRACCIA, Auteur ; Geneviève PETITPIERRE, Auteur . - 101744. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 83 (May 2021) . - 101744 Mots-clés : Fathers of children with autism spectrum disorder  Paternal role  Self-efficacy  Caregiving burden  Caregiving satisfaction  Challenging behaviours  Social support Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background The positive effect of a father’s involvement in children’s upbringing is now recognised. However, research on fathers raising children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are still few. This study examines the relationship between the perception, fathers of children with ASD have of the importance of their role in the development of their children and the feelings (self-efficacy, caregiving burden, satisfaction) they express about their parenting experience. Method Sixty-three Swiss Italian fathers of children with ASD completed The Role of the Father Questionnaire (ROFQ), three sub-scales of the Caregiver Survey, a subtest of the Child Adjustment and Parent Efficacy Scale and a home-made questionnaire measuring Perceived Social Support. Results The results from hierarchical multiple regression analyses show that the importance that fathers attach to the paternal role predicts positively their caregiving satisfaction and their feeling of self-efficacy. The children’s challenging behaviours predict positively the caregiving burden whereas the assessment of social support predicts it negatively. Conclusions The perception of the importance of the paternal role needs to be considered in the support offered to families with a child with ASD. A better understanding of the fathers’ feelings could be of value for the programmes. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101744 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=446

Behaviour, cognition, and autism symptoms and their relationship with sleep problem severity in young children with autism spectrum disorder / Stephanie ROUSSIS in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 83 (May 2021)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 83 (May 2021) . - 101743 Titre : Behaviour, cognition, and autism symptoms and their relationship with sleep problem severity in young children with autism spectrum disorder Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Stephanie ROUSSIS, Auteur ; Amanda L. RICHDALE, Auteur ; Terry KATZ, Auteur ; Beth A. MALOW, Auteur ; Josephine BARBARO, Auteur ; Nancy SADKA, Auteur Article en page(s) : 101743 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Sleep problem  Behaviour  Autism  Young children Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background In autism, poor sleep begins in early childhood, varies in severity and is associated with behavioural difficulties. We examined relationships between sleep and behaviour in young children with autism and no, mild/typical or severe/atypical sleep problems to determine behavioural profiles that may differentiate sleep problem severity. Method Parents of children with autism aged 2- to 5-years reported on their child’s sleep behaviour (CSHQ), including additional written descriptions of sleep behaviours. Children were then classified as good sleepers or as having mild/typical or severe/atypical sleep problems using National Sleep Foundation guidelines and current sleep literature. The three sleep groups were compared on autistic severity (ADOS), cognition (Mullen Scales of Early Leaning) and behaviour (BASC-3). Results Parents of 46 children aged 24- to 71-months participated. The severe/atypical sleep group were more likely to have multiple severe sleep difficulties. The sleep groups did not differ on autism severity or cognition. The BASC-3 withdrawal subscale differentiated severe problem sleepers from the other groups, while BASC-3 inattention differentiated problem sleepers from good sleepers. The severe/atypical sleep problem group also had more overall behaviour problems than good sleepers Conclusions Social withdrawal and multiple, severe sleep difficulties may underlie difficulties in treating poor sleep in some autistic children, suggesting that an individualised approach to treatment is needed to address severe sleep concerns. Early detection and intervention for poor sleep may reduce or prevent significant sleep and behavioural concerns continuing into later childhood. Sleep interventions that include targeting attention and withdrawal behaviours may assist in in this regard. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101743 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=446 [article] Behaviour, cognition, and autism symptoms and their relationship with sleep problem severity in young children with autism spectrum disorder [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Stephanie ROUSSIS, Auteur ; Amanda L. RICHDALE, Auteur ; Terry KATZ, Auteur ; Beth A. MALOW, Auteur ; Josephine BARBARO, Auteur ; Nancy SADKA, Auteur . - 101743. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 83 (May 2021) . - 101743 Mots-clés : Sleep problem  Behaviour  Autism  Young children Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background In autism, poor sleep begins in early childhood, varies in severity and is associated with behavioural difficulties. We examined relationships between sleep and behaviour in young children with autism and no, mild/typical or severe/atypical sleep problems to determine behavioural profiles that may differentiate sleep problem severity. Method Parents of children with autism aged 2- to 5-years reported on their child’s sleep behaviour (CSHQ), including additional written descriptions of sleep behaviours. Children were then classified as good sleepers or as having mild/typical or severe/atypical sleep problems using National Sleep Foundation guidelines and current sleep literature. The three sleep groups were compared on autistic severity (ADOS), cognition (Mullen Scales of Early Leaning) and behaviour (BASC-3). Results Parents of 46 children aged 24- to 71-months participated. The severe/atypical sleep group were more likely to have multiple severe sleep difficulties. The sleep groups did not differ on autism severity or cognition. The BASC-3 withdrawal subscale differentiated severe problem sleepers from the other groups, while BASC-3 inattention differentiated problem sleepers from good sleepers. The severe/atypical sleep problem group also had more overall behaviour problems than good sleepers Conclusions Social withdrawal and multiple, severe sleep difficulties may underlie difficulties in treating poor sleep in some autistic children, suggesting that an individualised approach to treatment is needed to address severe sleep concerns. Early detection and intervention for poor sleep may reduce or prevent significant sleep and behavioural concerns continuing into later childhood. Sleep interventions that include targeting attention and withdrawal behaviours may assist in in this regard. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101743 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=446

Are child autism symptoms, developmental level and adaptive function associated with caregiver feelings of wellbeing and efficacy in the parenting role? / Lauren J. TAYLOR in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 83 (May 2021)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 83 (May 2021) . - 101738 Titre : Are child autism symptoms, developmental level and adaptive function associated with caregiver feelings of wellbeing and efficacy in the parenting role? Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Lauren J. TAYLOR, Auteur ; Sze Y. L. LUK, Auteur ; Kathy LEADBITTER, Auteur ; Heather L. MOORE, Auteur ; Tony CHARMAN, Auteur Article en page(s) : 101738 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Parent  Mental wellbeing  Self-efficacy  Child functioning  Autism symptoms Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Many parents of children with autism have low levels of mental wellbeing, which may be related to low self-efficacy in the parenting role. Few studies have investigated the impact that child characteristics such as autism symptoms, development and functioning have on parental wellbeing and self-efficacy. In this study, we investigated associations between parental mental wellbeing, self-efficacy and child measures of behaviour and function, for families participating in the Paediatric Autism Communication Trial-Generalised (PACT-G). Method Parents of children with autism (N = 248, aged 2–11 years) completed self-report measures of mental wellbeing and self-efficacy. We used a range of parent-report and researcher administered assessments of autism symptoms, child development, emotional and behavioural difficulties, language and adaptive skills. Nonparametric tests (Spearman’s correlations) and multiple linear regression analyses were used to examine the associations between child characteristics and parent wellbeing and parental self-efficacy. Results Parent mental wellbeing and self-efficacy were highly related. Results of bivariate analyses showed significant negative associations between parent-reported child autism symptoms and parental self-efficacy. Higher child adaptive behaviour was also associated with better parental-self-efficacy. However, in a multivariate regression model, only high parent reported autism symptoms were associated with lower parental self-efficacy. Parent wellbeing was not related to any feature of the child’s profile. Conclusion These findings indicate that parent-reported autism symptoms are associated with parental self-efficacy, and that self-efficacy may be an important secondary outcome of interventions for children with autism. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101738 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=446 [article] Are child autism symptoms, developmental level and adaptive function associated with caregiver feelings of wellbeing and efficacy in the parenting role? [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Lauren J. TAYLOR, Auteur ; Sze Y. L. LUK, Auteur ; Kathy LEADBITTER, Auteur ; Heather L. MOORE, Auteur ; Tony CHARMAN, Auteur . - 101738. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 83 (May 2021) . - 101738 Mots-clés : Parent  Mental wellbeing  Self-efficacy  Child functioning  Autism symptoms Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Many parents of children with autism have low levels of mental wellbeing, which may be related to low self-efficacy in the parenting role. Few studies have investigated the impact that child characteristics such as autism symptoms, development and functioning have on parental wellbeing and self-efficacy. In this study, we investigated associations between parental mental wellbeing, self-efficacy and child measures of behaviour and function, for families participating in the Paediatric Autism Communication Trial-Generalised (PACT-G). Method Parents of children with autism (N = 248, aged 2–11 years) completed self-report measures of mental wellbeing and self-efficacy. We used a range of parent-report and researcher administered assessments of autism symptoms, child development, emotional and behavioural difficulties, language and adaptive skills. Nonparametric tests (Spearman’s correlations) and multiple linear regression analyses were used to examine the associations between child characteristics and parent wellbeing and parental self-efficacy. Results Parent mental wellbeing and self-efficacy were highly related. Results of bivariate analyses showed significant negative associations between parent-reported child autism symptoms and parental self-efficacy. Higher child adaptive behaviour was also associated with better parental-self-efficacy. However, in a multivariate regression model, only high parent reported autism symptoms were associated with lower parental self-efficacy. Parent wellbeing was not related to any feature of the child’s profile. Conclusion These findings indicate that parent-reported autism symptoms are associated with parental self-efficacy, and that self-efficacy may be an important secondary outcome of interventions for children with autism. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101738 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=446