Attitudes towards and organizational support for evidence-based practices: A comparison of education and allied health professionals in autism / Jessica PAYNTER in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 92 (April 2022)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 92 (April 2022) . - 101932 Titre : Attitudes towards and organizational support for evidence-based practices: A comparison of education and allied health professionals in autism Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Jessica PAYNTER, Auteur ; Rhylee SULEK, Auteur ; David TREMBATH, Auteur ; Deb KEEN, Auteur Article en page(s) : 101932 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Evidence-based practices  Empirically supported  Autism  Autism spectrum disorder  Implementation science Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Evidence-based practices (EBPs) have been developed for clients on the autism spectrum across allied health and education. However, there remains a significant gap between research and practice. We explored the similarities and differences between educators and allied health professionals in two key factors that may link to uptake: individual attitudes and organizational culture support for EBP. Method Allied health (n = 156) and education professionals (n = 95) completed measures of their individual attitudes and perceived organizational support for EBP. Results Moderate levels of support for each were found within both groups. Educators however, showed more positive individual attitudes, whereas allied health professionals showed more positive organizational support toward EBP. Conclusions These results add to the scant literature comparing professions, highlighting discipline differences in attitudes and organizational support across professionals for EBP in autism. These findings highlight the need for targeted knowledge translation approaches as opposed to development of generic models across contexts and disciplines. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2022.101932 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=459 [article] Attitudes towards and organizational support for evidence-based practices: A comparison of education and allied health professionals in autism [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Jessica PAYNTER, Auteur ; Rhylee SULEK, Auteur ; David TREMBATH, Auteur ; Deb KEEN, Auteur . - 101932. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 92 (April 2022) . - 101932 Mots-clés : Evidence-based practices  Empirically supported  Autism  Autism spectrum disorder  Implementation science Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Evidence-based practices (EBPs) have been developed for clients on the autism spectrum across allied health and education. However, there remains a significant gap between research and practice. We explored the similarities and differences between educators and allied health professionals in two key factors that may link to uptake: individual attitudes and organizational culture support for EBP. Method Allied health (n = 156) and education professionals (n = 95) completed measures of their individual attitudes and perceived organizational support for EBP. Results Moderate levels of support for each were found within both groups. Educators however, showed more positive individual attitudes, whereas allied health professionals showed more positive organizational support toward EBP. Conclusions These results add to the scant literature comparing professions, highlighting discipline differences in attitudes and organizational support across professionals for EBP in autism. These findings highlight the need for targeted knowledge translation approaches as opposed to development of generic models across contexts and disciplines. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2022.101932 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=459

Brief Report: Preliminary Finding for Using Weight-of-Evidence Graphical Information Sheets with Teachers to Correct Misinformation About Autism Practices / Jessica PAYNTER in Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 52-8 (August 2022)  

Public ISBD [article]  inJournal of Autism and Developmental Disorders > 52-8 (August 2022) . - p.3734-3739 Titre : Brief Report: Preliminary Finding for Using Weight-of-Evidence Graphical Information Sheets with Teachers to Correct Misinformation About Autism Practices Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Jessica PAYNTER, Auteur ; Rhylee SULEK, Auteur ; David TREMBATH, Auteur ; Deb KEEN, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.3734-3739 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism Spectrum Disorder/therapy  Autistic Disorder/diagnosis/therapy  Communication  Humans  School Teachers  Schools  Students  Autism  Autism spectrum disorders  Evidence-based practice  Myths  Professional development  Teacher training Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : The use of both empirically supported and unsupported practices by teachers is common with autistic students. In this study, strategies were used to reduce use of unsupported practices. First, specially-designed information sheets were shared with teachers about the evidence-base of two practices used in schools: one unsupported (sensory integration therapy [SIT]) and one supported (antecedent-based interventions [ABI]). A professional development program was then implemented to improve knowledge and use of ABI. The information sheets significantly reduced teacher support for SIT, however this was not maintained following professional development. Support for ABI remained unchanged across phases. The need for ongoing teacher professional development in replacing use of unsupported practices with more evidence-based approaches is discussed. En ligne : http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10803-021-05231-1 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=485 [article] Brief Report: Preliminary Finding for Using Weight-of-Evidence Graphical Information Sheets with Teachers to Correct Misinformation About Autism Practices [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Jessica PAYNTER, Auteur ; Rhylee SULEK, Auteur ; David TREMBATH, Auteur ; Deb KEEN, Auteur . - p.3734-3739. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders > 52-8 (August 2022) . - p.3734-3739 Mots-clés : Autism Spectrum Disorder/therapy  Autistic Disorder/diagnosis/therapy  Communication  Humans  School Teachers  Schools  Students  Autism  Autism spectrum disorders  Evidence-based practice  Myths  Professional development  Teacher training Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : The use of both empirically supported and unsupported practices by teachers is common with autistic students. In this study, strategies were used to reduce use of unsupported practices. First, specially-designed information sheets were shared with teachers about the evidence-base of two practices used in schools: one unsupported (sensory integration therapy [SIT]) and one supported (antecedent-based interventions [ABI]). A professional development program was then implemented to improve knowledge and use of ABI. The information sheets significantly reduced teacher support for SIT, however this was not maintained following professional development. Support for ABI remained unchanged across phases. The need for ongoing teacher professional development in replacing use of unsupported practices with more evidence-based approaches is discussed. En ligne : http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10803-021-05231-1 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=485

Comparison of mental health, well-being and parenting sense of competency among Australian and South-East Asian parents of autistic children accessing early intervention in Australia / Jodie SMITH in Autism, 26-6 (August 2022)  

Public ISBD [article]  inAutism > 26-6 (August 2022) . - p.1784-1796 Titre : Comparison of mental health, well-being and parenting sense of competency among Australian and South-East Asian parents of autistic children accessing early intervention in Australia Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Jodie SMITH, Auteur ; Rhylee SULEK, Auteur ; Ifrah ABDULLAHI, Auteur ; Cherie C. GREEN, Auteur ; Catherine A. BENT, Auteur ; Cheryl DISSANAYAKE, Auteur ; Kristelle HUDRY, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.1784-1796 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Australia  Autism Spectrum Disorder  Autistic Disorder  Child  Humans  Mental Health  Parenting  Parents  Quality of Life  culture  well-being Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : We know that parents of autistic children experience poorer mental health and lower well-being than parents of non-autistic children. We also know that poorer mental health among parents of autistic children has been observed across different cultures. Most research focuses on Western cultures, so we know little about parental mental health and well-being of parents from different cultural backgrounds; yet, it is likely that cultural background contributes to how parents view their child's condition and respond to the diagnosis. Here, we compared mental health, quality of life and well-being between families raising an autistic child from Australian backgrounds to families from South-East Asian backgrounds. All children in the current study were receiving the same community-based early intervention. When compared to the general population, parents had poorer mental health overall, but there were no differences between the two groups of parents. However, parents from South-East Asian backgrounds reported higher well-being and fewer difficulties associated with their child's autism. These findings suggest that cultural background likely influences not only parent's view of, and response to, their child's autism, but also their own sense of well-being. As researchers and clinicians working with families of autistic children, we should more explicitly consider family's cultural background within our work. En ligne : http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/13623613211010006 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=484 [article] Comparison of mental health, well-being and parenting sense of competency among Australian and South-East Asian parents of autistic children accessing early intervention in Australia [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Jodie SMITH, Auteur ; Rhylee SULEK, Auteur ; Ifrah ABDULLAHI, Auteur ; Cherie C. GREEN, Auteur ; Catherine A. BENT, Auteur ; Cheryl DISSANAYAKE, Auteur ; Kristelle HUDRY, Auteur . - p.1784-1796. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Autism > 26-6 (August 2022) . - p.1784-1796 Mots-clés : Australia  Autism Spectrum Disorder  Autistic Disorder  Child  Humans  Mental Health  Parenting  Parents  Quality of Life  culture  well-being Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : We know that parents of autistic children experience poorer mental health and lower well-being than parents of non-autistic children. We also know that poorer mental health among parents of autistic children has been observed across different cultures. Most research focuses on Western cultures, so we know little about parental mental health and well-being of parents from different cultural backgrounds; yet, it is likely that cultural background contributes to how parents view their child's condition and respond to the diagnosis. Here, we compared mental health, quality of life and well-being between families raising an autistic child from Australian backgrounds to families from South-East Asian backgrounds. All children in the current study were receiving the same community-based early intervention. When compared to the general population, parents had poorer mental health overall, but there were no differences between the two groups of parents. However, parents from South-East Asian backgrounds reported higher well-being and fewer difficulties associated with their child's autism. These findings suggest that cultural background likely influences not only parent's view of, and response to, their child's autism, but also their own sense of well-being. As researchers and clinicians working with families of autistic children, we should more explicitly consider family's cultural background within our work. En ligne : http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/13623613211010006 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=484

Differential predictors of well-being versus mental health among parents of pre-schoolers with autism / Cherie C. GREEN in Autism, 25-4 (May 2021)  

Public ISBD [article]  inAutism > 25-4 (May 2021) . - p.1125-1136 Titre : Differential predictors of well-being versus mental health among parents of pre-schoolers with autism Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Cherie C. GREEN, Auteur ; Jodie SMITH, Auteur ; Catherine A BENT, Auteur ; Lacey CHETCUTI, Auteur ; Rhylee SULEK, Auteur ; Mirko ULJAREVIC, Auteur ; Kristelle HUDRY, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.1125-1136 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : autism severity  mental health  mindfulness  parents  personality  well-being  young children Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Raising a child with autism has been linked to mental health difficulties. Poor parental mental health is likely influenced by various factors - including child-, parent-, and family/socioeconomic characteristics. However, little is known about what influences and promotes well-being (as opposed to mental health) among parents of young, newly diagnosed autistic children who may be particularly vulnerable. We examined child-, parent-, and family/socioeconomic factors associated with each of mental health and well-being in a sample of 136 parents of pre-school-aged children. Parental mental health was linked to both child- (i.e. autism symptom severity) and parent-related factors (i.e. personality traits reflecting a tendency to experience negative emotions). By contrast, in additional to mental health difficulties, which were linked to well-being, only other parent-related characteristics (and not child characteristics) were related to well-being. These included personality traits reflecting a tendency to be more extraverted/sociable, and also mindfulness. Other child-related and family/socioeconomic context factors (including household income, parental education level) were not linked to parental mental health or well-being in this sample. These results support the idea that poorer mental health and well-being are not simply the opposite of one another. That is, while these two factors were related, they were linked to different personal characteristics. Perhaps most importantly, the link between well-being and mindfulness - a personal characteristic that parents can improve - suggests mindfulness-based interventions may be helpful in directly supporting parental well-being in the context of raising a young child with autism. En ligne : http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1362361320984315 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=444 [article] Differential predictors of well-being versus mental health among parents of pre-schoolers with autism [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Cherie C. GREEN, Auteur ; Jodie SMITH, Auteur ; Catherine A BENT, Auteur ; Lacey CHETCUTI, Auteur ; Rhylee SULEK, Auteur ; Mirko ULJAREVIC, Auteur ; Kristelle HUDRY, Auteur . - p.1125-1136. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Autism > 25-4 (May 2021) . - p.1125-1136 Mots-clés : autism severity  mental health  mindfulness  parents  personality  well-being  young children Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Raising a child with autism has been linked to mental health difficulties. Poor parental mental health is likely influenced by various factors - including child-, parent-, and family/socioeconomic characteristics. However, little is known about what influences and promotes well-being (as opposed to mental health) among parents of young, newly diagnosed autistic children who may be particularly vulnerable. We examined child-, parent-, and family/socioeconomic factors associated with each of mental health and well-being in a sample of 136 parents of pre-school-aged children. Parental mental health was linked to both child- (i.e. autism symptom severity) and parent-related factors (i.e. personality traits reflecting a tendency to experience negative emotions). By contrast, in additional to mental health difficulties, which were linked to well-being, only other parent-related characteristics (and not child characteristics) were related to well-being. These included personality traits reflecting a tendency to be more extraverted/sociable, and also mindfulness. Other child-related and family/socioeconomic context factors (including household income, parental education level) were not linked to parental mental health or well-being in this sample. These results support the idea that poorer mental health and well-being are not simply the opposite of one another. That is, while these two factors were related, they were linked to different personal characteristics. Perhaps most importantly, the link between well-being and mindfulness - a personal characteristic that parents can improve - suggests mindfulness-based interventions may be helpful in directly supporting parental well-being in the context of raising a young child with autism. En ligne : http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1362361320984315 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=444

'It depends entirely on the nature of those supports': Community perceptions of the appropriateness of early support services for autistic children / Rhylee SULEK in Autism, 29-5 (May 2025)  

Public ISBD [article]  inAutism > 29-5 (May 2025) . - p.1275-1284 Titre : 'It depends entirely on the nature of those supports': Community perceptions of the appropriateness of early support services for autistic children Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Rhylee SULEK, Auteur ; Chris EDWARDS, Auteur ; Ruth MONK, Auteur ; Lee PATRICK, Auteur ; Sarah PILLAR, Auteur ; Andrew JO WHITEHOUSE, Auteur ; Hannah WADDINGTON, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.1275-1284 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : autism  co-production  early support services  neurodiversity  reflexive thematic analysis Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Autistic advocates emphasise the need for neurodiversity-affirming and strengths-based approaches to support services; however, little is known about broader community perspectives regarding the appropriateness of offering early support services to autistic children. This co-designed mixed-methods study employed surveys to gather insights from 253 participants in Australia and New Zealand, including autistic adults, parents, and professionals. Participants shared views on the appropriateness of early support services for autistic children. About half of participants indicated that it was appropriate to provide early support services, while the other half indicated that it depended on the nature of those support services. Reflexive thematic analysis resulted in three overarching themes which explain these views. 'They are children first, after all' emphasises the importance of preserving childhood experiences and involving children in decision-making. 'We shouldn?t be aiming to fix the child' underscores the need for support services to align with neurodiversity-affirming approaches. Finally, 'Supports are beneficial' highlights the perceived positive impact that early, individualised support services can provide for autistic children. These findings predominantly signal a shift away from medicalised models towards a neurodiversity-affirming approach across participant groups.Lay abstract We do not know much about what support services people think are okay for young autistic children. This study was a survey of 253 people. We asked autistic adults, parents, and professionals from Australia and New Zealand whether they thought it was okay to provide support services to autistic children. About half the people who shared their thoughts said it was okay to provide support services to autistic children and the other half said it depended on what the support service was like. They had three main ideas about whether support services were okay or not. The first one is that we should remember that these autistic children are children first, so we need to keep their childhood experiences in mind and let them have a say in decisions. The second is that we should not try to 'fix' the child, but instead, use supports that respect and understand the unique ways the child thinks. The final idea is that early, personalised help is good for autistic children and can make a positive difference in their lives. This study suggests that we should focus on what each child needs, think about how children can join in, and provide help in ways that respect autistic children. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/10.1177/13623613241302372 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=555 [article] 'It depends entirely on the nature of those supports': Community perceptions of the appropriateness of early support services for autistic children [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Rhylee SULEK, Auteur ; Chris EDWARDS, Auteur ; Ruth MONK, Auteur ; Lee PATRICK, Auteur ; Sarah PILLAR, Auteur ; Andrew JO WHITEHOUSE, Auteur ; Hannah WADDINGTON, Auteur . - p.1275-1284. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Autism > 29-5 (May 2025) . - p.1275-1284 Mots-clés : autism  co-production  early support services  neurodiversity  reflexive thematic analysis Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Autistic advocates emphasise the need for neurodiversity-affirming and strengths-based approaches to support services; however, little is known about broader community perspectives regarding the appropriateness of offering early support services to autistic children. This co-designed mixed-methods study employed surveys to gather insights from 253 participants in Australia and New Zealand, including autistic adults, parents, and professionals. Participants shared views on the appropriateness of early support services for autistic children. About half of participants indicated that it was appropriate to provide early support services, while the other half indicated that it depended on the nature of those support services. Reflexive thematic analysis resulted in three overarching themes which explain these views. 'They are children first, after all' emphasises the importance of preserving childhood experiences and involving children in decision-making. 'We shouldn?t be aiming to fix the child' underscores the need for support services to align with neurodiversity-affirming approaches. Finally, 'Supports are beneficial' highlights the perceived positive impact that early, individualised support services can provide for autistic children. These findings predominantly signal a shift away from medicalised models towards a neurodiversity-affirming approach across participant groups.Lay abstract We do not know much about what support services people think are okay for young autistic children. This study was a survey of 253 people. We asked autistic adults, parents, and professionals from Australia and New Zealand whether they thought it was okay to provide support services to autistic children. About half the people who shared their thoughts said it was okay to provide support services to autistic children and the other half said it depended on what the support service was like. They had three main ideas about whether support services were okay or not. The first one is that we should remember that these autistic children are children first, so we need to keep their childhood experiences in mind and let them have a say in decisions. The second is that we should not try to 'fix' the child, but instead, use supports that respect and understand the unique ways the child thinks. The final idea is that early, personalised help is good for autistic children and can make a positive difference in their lives. This study suggests that we should focus on what each child needs, think about how children can join in, and provide help in ways that respect autistic children. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/10.1177/13623613241302372 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=555

Non-pharmacological interventions for autistic children: An umbrella review / David TREMBATH in Autism, 27-2 (February 2023)  

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Parental Imitations and Expansions of Child Language Predict Later Language Outcomes of Autistic Preschoolers / Jodie SMITH in Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 53-11 (November 2023)  

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Social validation of an online tool to support transitions to primary school for children with autism / Rhylee SULEK in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 66 (October 2019)  

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