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Nutrient intake profile, growth patterns and hemoglobin levels in children with ASD – A case control study in Mysuru, India / Seema SIDDIQI in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 90 (February 2022)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 90 (February 2022) . - 101885 Titre : Nutrient intake profile, growth patterns and hemoglobin levels in children with ASD – A case control study in Mysuru, India Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Seema SIDDIQI, Auteur ; Asna UROOJ, Auteur Article en page(s) : 101885 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Nutritional problems  Inadequacy  Iron deficiency anemia  Gastro-intestinal issues  Repetitive behavior Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Research evidence suggests that the prevalence rate of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is increasing in India. In addition to socio-behavioral problems, diet-related issues are common and recurrent problems experienced by children with ASD. As there is only minimal research work done on these aspects, the present study is carried out as a case control snapshot to investigate the nutrient intakes of ASD children (n = 104) residing in the Mysore region, India. This data is compared with the nutrient intakes of Typically Developing (TD) controls (n = 121). Methods We evaluated ASD severity using Indian Scale for assessment of autism (ISAA). All the children aged (2–15 years) were examined for anthropometric measurements and hemoglobin levels. Dietary intakes and mealtime behavior problems were assessed using three-day food records and food frequency questionnaires. Results Significantly (p< = 0.05) lower ZHA, ZWA, ZBMIA values among ASD children were observed. Limited food variety and inadequacy of micronutrient intakes were observed and the ORs of ASD children were at 3.57-fold higher risk for failing to meet the recommendations for calcium. Their risk was 2.17-fold higher for iron, 3.06-fold for zinc, 2.92–fold for folate and 1.87-fold higher for vitamin C compared with the TD children. Overall, mealtime behavior issues and eating problems were higher (28.66%) among ASD than TD (10.51 %).Hemoglobin levels of ASD were significantly (p< = 0.05) lower than TD children. There was a negative partial correlation between Hb levels (8.97 ± 0.91 g/dL) and micronutrients viz., Iron (5.14 ± 2.83 mg), Calcium (2.52 ± 1.41 mg), Zn (2.81 ± 1.90 mg),Folate (83.48 ± 52.57 mg) and Vitamin B6 (0.47 ± 0.29 mg). We found that while controlling the ISSA scores (1.94 ± 0.62), there was no significant difference. Thus signifying ISSA score has strong influence on controlling the relationship between Hb levels and selected micronutrients. Conclusion Observations strongly indicate that well-timed nutritional screening and personalized dietary interventions can prevent/manage the nutritional deficiencies prevalent among ASD children of this region. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101885 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=458 [article] Nutrient intake profile, growth patterns and hemoglobin levels in children with ASD – A case control study in Mysuru, India [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Seema SIDDIQI, Auteur ; Asna UROOJ, Auteur . - 101885. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 90 (February 2022) . - 101885 Mots-clés : Nutritional problems  Inadequacy  Iron deficiency anemia  Gastro-intestinal issues  Repetitive behavior Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Research evidence suggests that the prevalence rate of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is increasing in India. In addition to socio-behavioral problems, diet-related issues are common and recurrent problems experienced by children with ASD. As there is only minimal research work done on these aspects, the present study is carried out as a case control snapshot to investigate the nutrient intakes of ASD children (n = 104) residing in the Mysore region, India. This data is compared with the nutrient intakes of Typically Developing (TD) controls (n = 121). Methods We evaluated ASD severity using Indian Scale for assessment of autism (ISAA). All the children aged (2–15 years) were examined for anthropometric measurements and hemoglobin levels. Dietary intakes and mealtime behavior problems were assessed using three-day food records and food frequency questionnaires. Results Significantly (p< = 0.05) lower ZHA, ZWA, ZBMIA values among ASD children were observed. Limited food variety and inadequacy of micronutrient intakes were observed and the ORs of ASD children were at 3.57-fold higher risk for failing to meet the recommendations for calcium. Their risk was 2.17-fold higher for iron, 3.06-fold for zinc, 2.92–fold for folate and 1.87-fold higher for vitamin C compared with the TD children. Overall, mealtime behavior issues and eating problems were higher (28.66%) among ASD than TD (10.51 %).Hemoglobin levels of ASD were significantly (p< = 0.05) lower than TD children. There was a negative partial correlation between Hb levels (8.97 ± 0.91 g/dL) and micronutrients viz., Iron (5.14 ± 2.83 mg), Calcium (2.52 ± 1.41 mg), Zn (2.81 ± 1.90 mg),Folate (83.48 ± 52.57 mg) and Vitamin B6 (0.47 ± 0.29 mg). We found that while controlling the ISSA scores (1.94 ± 0.62), there was no significant difference. Thus signifying ISSA score has strong influence on controlling the relationship between Hb levels and selected micronutrients. Conclusion Observations strongly indicate that well-timed nutritional screening and personalized dietary interventions can prevent/manage the nutritional deficiencies prevalent among ASD children of this region. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101885 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=458

Current state of autism knowledge in the general population of the United States / Megan E. GOLSON in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 90 (February 2022)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 90 (February 2022) . - 101886 Titre : Current state of autism knowledge in the general population of the United States Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Megan E. GOLSON, Auteur ; Kandice J. BENALLIE, Auteur ; Chandler M. BENNEY, Auteur ; Sarah E. SCHWARTZ, Auteur ; Maryellen Brunson MCCLAIN, Auteur ; Bryn HARRIS, Auteur Article en page(s) : 101886 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism spectrum disorder  Autism  General population  Knowledge  Lay beliefs Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background The increasing prevalence of autism warrants increased knowledge for laypersons who engage with autistic individuals . However, limited research has been conducted on the general population’s knowledge of autism. Method The present study describes the current level of autism knowledge among a general population sample in the United States (N = 318) using the Autism Spectrum Knowledge Scale, General Population version (ASKSG; McClain et al., 2019). Results Participants in our study were more knowledgeable about the symptoms and behaviors associated with autism than the etiology, prevalence, and assessment procedures. Conclusions The lack of knowledge in the general population surrounding autism necessitates further efforts to increase public awareness. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101886 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=458 [article] Current state of autism knowledge in the general population of the United States [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Megan E. GOLSON, Auteur ; Kandice J. BENALLIE, Auteur ; Chandler M. BENNEY, Auteur ; Sarah E. SCHWARTZ, Auteur ; Maryellen Brunson MCCLAIN, Auteur ; Bryn HARRIS, Auteur . - 101886. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 90 (February 2022) . - 101886 Mots-clés : Autism spectrum disorder  Autism  General population  Knowledge  Lay beliefs Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background The increasing prevalence of autism warrants increased knowledge for laypersons who engage with autistic individuals . However, limited research has been conducted on the general population’s knowledge of autism. Method The present study describes the current level of autism knowledge among a general population sample in the United States (N = 318) using the Autism Spectrum Knowledge Scale, General Population version (ASKSG; McClain et al., 2019). Results Participants in our study were more knowledgeable about the symptoms and behaviors associated with autism than the etiology, prevalence, and assessment procedures. Conclusions The lack of knowledge in the general population surrounding autism necessitates further efforts to increase public awareness. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101886 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=458

The role of alexithymia and autistic traits in predicting quality of life in an online sample / David MASON in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 90 (February 2022)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 90 (February 2022) . - 101887 Titre : The role of alexithymia and autistic traits in predicting quality of life in an online sample Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : David MASON, Auteur ; Francesca HAPPE, Auteur Article en page(s) : 101887 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism spectrum disorder  Autistic traits  Quality of life  Alexithymia  Depression  Anxiety Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Autistic people tend to report poorer Quality of Life (QOL) than comparison groups, though some studies do report more optimistic findings. Higher autistic traits are also related to poorer QOL. However, the role of alexithymia in this relationship has not been explored. Method A total of 163 participants (N = 53 autistic and N = 111 comparison) consented to take part; however, 30 participants were excluded due to missing data (who did not differ from those who were retained on age, gender, education, employment, or living status), leaving a final sample of 133 (N = 42 Autistic and 91 Comparison participants). Demographic information (including age, gender) was collected, alongside self-report measures of autistic traits, mental health, alexithymia, and QOL. We estimated regression models based on pre-registered analysis, and we conducted exploratory network analyses. Results Alexithymic traits did not predict QOL when controlling for covariates. Depression significantly predicted Physical, Psychological, and Social QOL. When examining the impact of just alexithymic traits and autistic traits, both were significantly associated with Physical and Psychological QOL. For participants with a low depression score, the correlation between alexithymia and QOL was strong; suggesting that depression occludes the association between alexithymia and QOL. Network analyses suggested that depression and anxiety exert direct effects on Physical and Psychological QOL, whereas alexithymia scores may influence Physical QOL via autistic traits. Conclusion In sum, depression is a pervasive negative predictor of multiple QOL domains. The role of alexithymia in predicting QOL dimensionally and categorically was not ruled out, given our exploratory analyses, we suggest that interventions which target alexithymia may positively impact QOL for those who score low on depressive symptoms. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101887 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=458 [article] The role of alexithymia and autistic traits in predicting quality of life in an online sample [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / David MASON, Auteur ; Francesca HAPPE, Auteur . - 101887. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 90 (February 2022) . - 101887 Mots-clés : Autism spectrum disorder  Autistic traits  Quality of life  Alexithymia  Depression  Anxiety Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Autistic people tend to report poorer Quality of Life (QOL) than comparison groups, though some studies do report more optimistic findings. Higher autistic traits are also related to poorer QOL. However, the role of alexithymia in this relationship has not been explored. Method A total of 163 participants (N = 53 autistic and N = 111 comparison) consented to take part; however, 30 participants were excluded due to missing data (who did not differ from those who were retained on age, gender, education, employment, or living status), leaving a final sample of 133 (N = 42 Autistic and 91 Comparison participants). Demographic information (including age, gender) was collected, alongside self-report measures of autistic traits, mental health, alexithymia, and QOL. We estimated regression models based on pre-registered analysis, and we conducted exploratory network analyses. Results Alexithymic traits did not predict QOL when controlling for covariates. Depression significantly predicted Physical, Psychological, and Social QOL. When examining the impact of just alexithymic traits and autistic traits, both were significantly associated with Physical and Psychological QOL. For participants with a low depression score, the correlation between alexithymia and QOL was strong; suggesting that depression occludes the association between alexithymia and QOL. Network analyses suggested that depression and anxiety exert direct effects on Physical and Psychological QOL, whereas alexithymia scores may influence Physical QOL via autistic traits. Conclusion In sum, depression is a pervasive negative predictor of multiple QOL domains. The role of alexithymia in predicting QOL dimensionally and categorically was not ruled out, given our exploratory analyses, we suggest that interventions which target alexithymia may positively impact QOL for those who score low on depressive symptoms. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101887 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=458

Picture of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Research in West Africa—A Scoping Review / Muideen O. BAKARE in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 90 (February 2022)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 90 (February 2022) . - 101888 Titre : Picture of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Research in West Africa—A Scoping Review Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Muideen O. BAKARE, Auteur ; J. U. ONU, Auteur ; M. A. BELLO-MOJEED, Auteur ; N. OKIDEGBE, Auteur ; N. N. ONU, Auteur ; Kerim M. MUNIR, Auteur Article en page(s) : 101888 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism  Neurodevelopmental  Low-income  Middle-income  West Africa Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Research evidence is required to guide health policy and capacity development on specific health condition. Despite the high prevalence of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) worldwide, there is dearth of data in the West African sub-region to inform evidence-based policy and practice. This review aimed to describe the volume and scope of existing research evidence on ASD across countries in the West African sub-region. This is with the view of identifying gaps in research and capacity development. Methods Literature search was done for all original peer-reviewed research articles on ASD in each of the West African Countries using PubMed, Google Scholar, Google search, African Index Medicus and a direct search of reference list of pertinent journal articles. Publications included were peer-reviewed original articles, irrespective of their quality, carried out within the West African countries and which were available in English or translated to English. Case reports, dissertations, abstracts, publications whose primary focus was not ASD, and studies on ASD among West African populations living outside the sub-region were excluded. The methodological framework described by Arksey and O’Malley (2005) was used to synthesize and present the results. Results A total of 41 studies that met the inclusion criteria across 5 countries in the sub-region were identified. Five thematic areas emerged from the literature, namely; prevalence/associated factors, professional knowledge and attitude, family and social aspects of ASD, screening/diagnosis and interventions/treatment. Only 6 out of the 16 countries in the sub-region had at least one study with the bulk of the research coming from Nigeria. Research articles on the prevalence/associated factors and professional knowledge of ASD appear modest in the sub-region. A huge gap still exists in the area of epidemiology, aetiology, diagnosis and treatments/intervention. Conclusion Further research is needed in the identified gaps in the sub-region and this cannot be done without addressing deficit in human capacity development. The results of this study will be useful in comprehensive policies and action plan development for addressing the problems of persons with ASD and capacity development in the sub-region. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101888 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=458 [article] Picture of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Research in West Africa—A Scoping Review [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Muideen O. BAKARE, Auteur ; J. U. ONU, Auteur ; M. A. BELLO-MOJEED, Auteur ; N. OKIDEGBE, Auteur ; N. N. ONU, Auteur ; Kerim M. MUNIR, Auteur . - 101888. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 90 (February 2022) . - 101888 Mots-clés : Autism  Neurodevelopmental  Low-income  Middle-income  West Africa Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Research evidence is required to guide health policy and capacity development on specific health condition. Despite the high prevalence of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) worldwide, there is dearth of data in the West African sub-region to inform evidence-based policy and practice. This review aimed to describe the volume and scope of existing research evidence on ASD across countries in the West African sub-region. This is with the view of identifying gaps in research and capacity development. Methods Literature search was done for all original peer-reviewed research articles on ASD in each of the West African Countries using PubMed, Google Scholar, Google search, African Index Medicus and a direct search of reference list of pertinent journal articles. Publications included were peer-reviewed original articles, irrespective of their quality, carried out within the West African countries and which were available in English or translated to English. Case reports, dissertations, abstracts, publications whose primary focus was not ASD, and studies on ASD among West African populations living outside the sub-region were excluded. The methodological framework described by Arksey and O’Malley (2005) was used to synthesize and present the results. Results A total of 41 studies that met the inclusion criteria across 5 countries in the sub-region were identified. Five thematic areas emerged from the literature, namely; prevalence/associated factors, professional knowledge and attitude, family and social aspects of ASD, screening/diagnosis and interventions/treatment. Only 6 out of the 16 countries in the sub-region had at least one study with the bulk of the research coming from Nigeria. Research articles on the prevalence/associated factors and professional knowledge of ASD appear modest in the sub-region. A huge gap still exists in the area of epidemiology, aetiology, diagnosis and treatments/intervention. Conclusion Further research is needed in the identified gaps in the sub-region and this cannot be done without addressing deficit in human capacity development. The results of this study will be useful in comprehensive policies and action plan development for addressing the problems of persons with ASD and capacity development in the sub-region. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101888 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=458

Autistic adults’ experience of restricted repetitive behaviours / E. COLLIS in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 90 (February 2022)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 90 (February 2022) . - 101895 Titre : Autistic adults’ experience of restricted repetitive behaviours Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : E. COLLIS, Auteur ; J. GAVIN, Auteur ; A. RUSSELL, Auteur ; Mark BROSNAN, Auteur Article en page(s) : 101895 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism  Restrictive repetitive behavior  Adult  Camouflaging  Masking  Self-regulation Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Restricted and Repetitive Behaviours (RRB) are a core characteristic of autism, though little is known about autistic people’s lived experience of these phenomena. Research has defined RRB in terms of: 1) a distinction between higher-order and lower-order RRB; as well as 2) a perceived lack of function and 3) a perceived lack of voluntary control. Method Twelve autistic adults without intellectual disability were interviewed to elucidate an understanding of these three issues from their lived experience. Results Thematic analysis identified four key themes regarding RRB: Self-regulation; positive impacts; negative impacts and suppression. The distinction between higher-order and lower-order RRB was not reflected in the adults’ lived experience. In addition to having both positive and negative impacts, the expression of RRB for some behaviours in certain contexts was largely, though not wholly, under voluntary control. Perceived negative evaluations from others can result in strategies to minimise the expression of RRB to observers, although suppressing RRB can be stressful with a cost to the individual. Conclusions These findings provide insight into the important functions of RRB and both its positive and negative impacts. It indicates that future research should look to help maximise the positive impacts and minimize the negative, and consider the impact suppression of RRB has on mental health and functioning. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101895 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=458 [article] Autistic adults’ experience of restricted repetitive behaviours [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / E. COLLIS, Auteur ; J. GAVIN, Auteur ; A. RUSSELL, Auteur ; Mark BROSNAN, Auteur . - 101895. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 90 (February 2022) . - 101895 Mots-clés : Autism  Restrictive repetitive behavior  Adult  Camouflaging  Masking  Self-regulation Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Restricted and Repetitive Behaviours (RRB) are a core characteristic of autism, though little is known about autistic people’s lived experience of these phenomena. Research has defined RRB in terms of: 1) a distinction between higher-order and lower-order RRB; as well as 2) a perceived lack of function and 3) a perceived lack of voluntary control. Method Twelve autistic adults without intellectual disability were interviewed to elucidate an understanding of these three issues from their lived experience. Results Thematic analysis identified four key themes regarding RRB: Self-regulation; positive impacts; negative impacts and suppression. The distinction between higher-order and lower-order RRB was not reflected in the adults’ lived experience. In addition to having both positive and negative impacts, the expression of RRB for some behaviours in certain contexts was largely, though not wholly, under voluntary control. Perceived negative evaluations from others can result in strategies to minimise the expression of RRB to observers, although suppressing RRB can be stressful with a cost to the individual. Conclusions These findings provide insight into the important functions of RRB and both its positive and negative impacts. It indicates that future research should look to help maximise the positive impacts and minimize the negative, and consider the impact suppression of RRB has on mental health and functioning. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101895 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=458

A systematic search and appraisal of intervention characteristics used to develop varied communication functions in children with autism who use aided AAC / Kristy LOGAN in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 90 (February 2022)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 90 (February 2022) . - 101896 Titre : A systematic search and appraisal of intervention characteristics used to develop varied communication functions in children with autism who use aided AAC Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Kristy LOGAN, Auteur ; Teresa IACONO, Auteur ; David TREMBATH, Auteur Article en page(s) : 101896 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : AAC  ASD  Communication functions  Dosage Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Aided augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) interventions have been shown to be effective in teaching children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to communicate for a range of communication functions. However, currently little is known about the specific characteristics of interventions that can be used to teach functions other than object request. Method A systematic search and appraisal was undertaken of extant ASD-AAC research to determine whether outcomes varied according to intervention strategies used, communication functions and behaviours targeted, treatment intensity, and participant characteristics. Eighteen studies were identified and appraised for constituents and outcomes. Results Intervention components varied widely, as did behaviours targeted, participant characteristics, dosage, and outcomes. There was evidence that a range of functions and communication behaviours could be taught successfully in structured, context-bound routines, with the teaching strategies of time delay and prompting applied most frequently. A small correlation was found between dosage and effect size. Conclusions The current appraisal provides evidence that children with ASD who use aided AAC can learn communication functions beyond making requests for objects. AAC interventions that include time delay and prompting, and that teach skills in specific routines, are more likely to demonstrate a moderate to large effect size. Further research on the range of factors that may potentially influence outcomes, such as participant characteristics and dosage, is needed. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101896 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=458 [article] A systematic search and appraisal of intervention characteristics used to develop varied communication functions in children with autism who use aided AAC [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Kristy LOGAN, Auteur ; Teresa IACONO, Auteur ; David TREMBATH, Auteur . - 101896. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 90 (February 2022) . - 101896 Mots-clés : AAC  ASD  Communication functions  Dosage Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Aided augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) interventions have been shown to be effective in teaching children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to communicate for a range of communication functions. However, currently little is known about the specific characteristics of interventions that can be used to teach functions other than object request. Method A systematic search and appraisal was undertaken of extant ASD-AAC research to determine whether outcomes varied according to intervention strategies used, communication functions and behaviours targeted, treatment intensity, and participant characteristics. Eighteen studies were identified and appraised for constituents and outcomes. Results Intervention components varied widely, as did behaviours targeted, participant characteristics, dosage, and outcomes. There was evidence that a range of functions and communication behaviours could be taught successfully in structured, context-bound routines, with the teaching strategies of time delay and prompting applied most frequently. A small correlation was found between dosage and effect size. Conclusions The current appraisal provides evidence that children with ASD who use aided AAC can learn communication functions beyond making requests for objects. AAC interventions that include time delay and prompting, and that teach skills in specific routines, are more likely to demonstrate a moderate to large effect size. Further research on the range of factors that may potentially influence outcomes, such as participant characteristics and dosage, is needed. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101896 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=458

Canadian mapping of autism-specific supports for postsecondary students / Megan E. AMES in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 90 (February 2022)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 90 (February 2022) . - 101899 Titre : Canadian mapping of autism-specific supports for postsecondary students Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Megan E. AMES, Auteur ; Courtney E. M. COOMBS, Auteur ; Kari N. DUERKSEN, Auteur ; Jonathan VINCENT, Auteur ; Carly A. MCMORRIS, Auteur Article en page(s) : 101899 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism  Postsecondary  University  College  Support(s)  Environmental scan Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Many autistic students have a variety of strengths and the desire to succeed in postsecondary education. Nonetheless, most autistic students report not receiving adequate support in postsecondary education to ensure their success. Students also report difficulty in navigating complex institutional systems. We conducted an environmental scan of autism-specific supports (e.g., website information, transition programs, peer mentoring) available to autistic students within Canada’s publicly-funded postsecondary institutions. We also examined distribution of autism-specific supports across institutional type (i.e., university, junior college, technical/vocational) and geographic region. Method A Boolean search strategy was used to collect data from institutional websites. Results Of the 258 publicly-funded postsecondary institutions in Canada, only 15 institutions (6%) had at least one support. Of the 15 institutions identified, the most common autism-specific support included information on the institution’s website (67%), followed by transition to university support (47%), social group(s) (33%), peer mentoring (27%), specialist tutoring and support with daily living (20%), transition to employment support (13%), and student-led societies and autistic student advocate (7%). In general, universities and institutions in Central Canada (i.e., Ontario) had a disproportionate number of provisions. Conclusions There are promising advances with respect to autism-specific supports in postsecondary institutions across Canada. We recommend further research to better understand how students access these supports and more comprehensive evaluations of such supports, specifically informed by collaborations with autistic students. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101899 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=458 [article] Canadian mapping of autism-specific supports for postsecondary students [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Megan E. AMES, Auteur ; Courtney E. M. COOMBS, Auteur ; Kari N. DUERKSEN, Auteur ; Jonathan VINCENT, Auteur ; Carly A. MCMORRIS, Auteur . - 101899. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 90 (February 2022) . - 101899 Mots-clés : Autism  Postsecondary  University  College  Support(s)  Environmental scan Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Many autistic students have a variety of strengths and the desire to succeed in postsecondary education. Nonetheless, most autistic students report not receiving adequate support in postsecondary education to ensure their success. Students also report difficulty in navigating complex institutional systems. We conducted an environmental scan of autism-specific supports (e.g., website information, transition programs, peer mentoring) available to autistic students within Canada’s publicly-funded postsecondary institutions. We also examined distribution of autism-specific supports across institutional type (i.e., university, junior college, technical/vocational) and geographic region. Method A Boolean search strategy was used to collect data from institutional websites. Results Of the 258 publicly-funded postsecondary institutions in Canada, only 15 institutions (6%) had at least one support. Of the 15 institutions identified, the most common autism-specific support included information on the institution’s website (67%), followed by transition to university support (47%), social group(s) (33%), peer mentoring (27%), specialist tutoring and support with daily living (20%), transition to employment support (13%), and student-led societies and autistic student advocate (7%). In general, universities and institutions in Central Canada (i.e., Ontario) had a disproportionate number of provisions. Conclusions There are promising advances with respect to autism-specific supports in postsecondary institutions across Canada. We recommend further research to better understand how students access these supports and more comprehensive evaluations of such supports, specifically informed by collaborations with autistic students. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101899 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=458

Parenting behaviours among mothers of pre-schoolers on the autism spectrum: Associations with parenting stress and children’s externalising behaviour problems / Melinda MADAREVIC in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 90 (February 2022)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 90 (February 2022) . - 101901 Titre : Parenting behaviours among mothers of pre-schoolers on the autism spectrum: Associations with parenting stress and children’s externalising behaviour problems Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Melinda MADAREVIC, Auteur ; Lotte VAN ESCH, Auteur ; Greet LAMBRECHTS, Auteur ; Eva CEULEMANS, Auteur ; Karla VAN LEEUWEN, Auteur ; Ilse NOENS, Auteur Article en page(s) : 101901 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Parenting behaviours  Parenting stress  Externalising behaviour problems  Autism  Pre-schoolers Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Parents of pre-schoolers diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) report increased parenting stress (i.e., stress related to the parent role) and more behaviour problems of the child compared with parents of non-autistic pre-schoolers. Parenting stress and children’s behaviour problems are both associated with parenting behaviours, but have not yet been investigated together. Method 42 mothers of autistic and non-autistic pre-schoolers were observed during mother-child interaction and they reported on parenting behaviours, parenting stress, and children’s externalising behaviour problems. Spearman correlations between all variables were calculated for the ASD group and the non-ASD group separately, and Linear Mixed Models were built to investigate whether parenting stress and externalising behaviour problems were similarly associated to parenting behaviours in both groups. Results Mothers in the ASD group reported more parenting stress and more externalising behaviour problems than mothers in the non-ASD group. In the ASD group only, parenting stress was related to externalising behaviour problems but not to the level of autism characteristics. In both groups, more externalising behaviour problems were associated with more observed negative parenting behaviours (i.e., criticising and ignoring the child), and more parenting stress was associated with less reported autonomy support. Conclusions Our findings indicate that in the case of possibly problematic parenting behaviours, such as negativity and lack of autonomy support, it is important to investigate associated factors like parenting stress and children’s behaviour problems. An individualised strengths and needs assessment could then offer a tailored intervention to families with an autistic pre-schooler. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101901 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=458 [article] Parenting behaviours among mothers of pre-schoolers on the autism spectrum: Associations with parenting stress and children’s externalising behaviour problems [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Melinda MADAREVIC, Auteur ; Lotte VAN ESCH, Auteur ; Greet LAMBRECHTS, Auteur ; Eva CEULEMANS, Auteur ; Karla VAN LEEUWEN, Auteur ; Ilse NOENS, Auteur . - 101901. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 90 (February 2022) . - 101901 Mots-clés : Parenting behaviours  Parenting stress  Externalising behaviour problems  Autism  Pre-schoolers Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Parents of pre-schoolers diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) report increased parenting stress (i.e., stress related to the parent role) and more behaviour problems of the child compared with parents of non-autistic pre-schoolers. Parenting stress and children’s behaviour problems are both associated with parenting behaviours, but have not yet been investigated together. Method 42 mothers of autistic and non-autistic pre-schoolers were observed during mother-child interaction and they reported on parenting behaviours, parenting stress, and children’s externalising behaviour problems. Spearman correlations between all variables were calculated for the ASD group and the non-ASD group separately, and Linear Mixed Models were built to investigate whether parenting stress and externalising behaviour problems were similarly associated to parenting behaviours in both groups. Results Mothers in the ASD group reported more parenting stress and more externalising behaviour problems than mothers in the non-ASD group. In the ASD group only, parenting stress was related to externalising behaviour problems but not to the level of autism characteristics. In both groups, more externalising behaviour problems were associated with more observed negative parenting behaviours (i.e., criticising and ignoring the child), and more parenting stress was associated with less reported autonomy support. Conclusions Our findings indicate that in the case of possibly problematic parenting behaviours, such as negativity and lack of autonomy support, it is important to investigate associated factors like parenting stress and children’s behaviour problems. An individualised strengths and needs assessment could then offer a tailored intervention to families with an autistic pre-schooler. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2021.101901 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=458