[article]
| Titre : |
A systematic review of multi-informant assessment approaches with autistic adults: Exploring autistic self-reporters and parent reporters |
| Type de document : |
texte imprimé |
| Auteurs : |
Olivia F. WARD, Auteur ; Justine BRENNAN, Auteur ; Theodore S. TOMENY, Auteur |
| Article en page(s) : |
p.202706 |
| Langues : |
Anglais (eng) |
| Mots-clés : |
Autism Autistic adult Self-report Parent report Multi-informant |
| Index. décimale : |
PER Périodiques |
| Résumé : |
Multi-informant approaches often offer a more comprehensive understanding of an individual and potentially enhance insight into autism in adulthood, or the developmental, psychological, and social experiences of autistic adults. Despite this potential, research into the use of multi-informant approaches involving autistic adults remains limited. The present systematic review evaluated research that utilized multi-informant assessment methods, specifically comparing autistic adult self-reports with their parent reports, to improve understanding of autistic adults’ experiences. This review synthesized findings of eight studies examining topics, analytic methods, and findings across multiple domains. Informant discrepancies were found in areas of quality of life, traits associated with autism, unmet service needs, obsessive compulsive impact, and sexuality and sexual knowledge. These discrepancies highlight the value of considering multiple perspectives as they may reflect the unique, context-specific insights of varied informants. Relying solely on either self- or parent-report risks overlooking critical aspects of autistic adults’ experiences. Yet, the appropriateness of relying on self or informant report should be determined by the specific research or clinical question and the constructs being assessed. Improving how information about autistic adults is collected in research and clinical practice may improve the overall understanding of autism in adulthood, potentially leading to more tailored interventions that align with individuals' needs. |
| En ligne : |
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2025.202706 |
| Permalink : |
https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=570 |
in Research in Autism > 128 (October 2025) . - p.202706
[article] A systematic review of multi-informant assessment approaches with autistic adults: Exploring autistic self-reporters and parent reporters [texte imprimé] / Olivia F. WARD, Auteur ; Justine BRENNAN, Auteur ; Theodore S. TOMENY, Auteur . - p.202706. Langues : Anglais ( eng) in Research in Autism > 128 (October 2025) . - p.202706
| Mots-clés : |
Autism Autistic adult Self-report Parent report Multi-informant |
| Index. décimale : |
PER Périodiques |
| Résumé : |
Multi-informant approaches often offer a more comprehensive understanding of an individual and potentially enhance insight into autism in adulthood, or the developmental, psychological, and social experiences of autistic adults. Despite this potential, research into the use of multi-informant approaches involving autistic adults remains limited. The present systematic review evaluated research that utilized multi-informant assessment methods, specifically comparing autistic adult self-reports with their parent reports, to improve understanding of autistic adults’ experiences. This review synthesized findings of eight studies examining topics, analytic methods, and findings across multiple domains. Informant discrepancies were found in areas of quality of life, traits associated with autism, unmet service needs, obsessive compulsive impact, and sexuality and sexual knowledge. These discrepancies highlight the value of considering multiple perspectives as they may reflect the unique, context-specific insights of varied informants. Relying solely on either self- or parent-report risks overlooking critical aspects of autistic adults’ experiences. Yet, the appropriateness of relying on self or informant report should be determined by the specific research or clinical question and the constructs being assessed. Improving how information about autistic adults is collected in research and clinical practice may improve the overall understanding of autism in adulthood, potentially leading to more tailored interventions that align with individuals' needs. |
| En ligne : |
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2025.202706 |
| Permalink : |
https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=570 |
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A systematic review of multi-informant assessment approaches with autistic adults: Exploring autistic self-reporters and parent reporters in Research in Autism, 128 (October 2025)
