Dual Language Learning Predicts Improved Executive Functioning in Youth with Autism / Allison B. RATTO in Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 52-11 (November 2022)  

Public ISBD [article]  inJournal of Autism and Developmental Disorders > 52-11 (November 2022) . - p.5007-5017 Titre : Dual Language Learning Predicts Improved Executive Functioning in Youth with Autism Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Allison B. RATTO, Auteur ; Gabrielle REIMANN, Auteur ; Nicole NADWODNY, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.5007-5017 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Adolescent  Autism Spectrum Disorder/psychology  Autistic Disorder  Cognition  Executive Function  Humans  Language  Autism  Bilingualism  Verbal ability Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Previous findings show executive functioning advantages associated with dual language learning (DLL) among neurotypical individuals, yet few studies have investigated these effects in youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The present study investigated effects of DLL and socioeconomic status (SES) on parent-reported executive functioning, verbal ability, and social-emotional functioning using a sample of DLL (n=53) and monolingual (n=106) youth with ASD without intellectual disability, matched on gender and full-scale IQ scores. After controlling for the effects of SES, results showed that monolingual youth had better outcomes on verbal ability, while DLL youth had fewer parent-reported problems with executive functioning and unusual behaviors. These findings indicate that bilingualism may mitigate executive functioning deficits in youth with ASD. En ligne : http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10803-021-05356-3 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=489 [article] Dual Language Learning Predicts Improved Executive Functioning in Youth with Autism [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Allison B. RATTO, Auteur ; Gabrielle REIMANN, Auteur ; Nicole NADWODNY, Auteur . - p.5007-5017. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders > 52-11 (November 2022) . - p.5007-5017 Mots-clés : Adolescent  Autism Spectrum Disorder/psychology  Autistic Disorder  Cognition  Executive Function  Humans  Language  Autism  Bilingualism  Verbal ability Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Previous findings show executive functioning advantages associated with dual language learning (DLL) among neurotypical individuals, yet few studies have investigated these effects in youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The present study investigated effects of DLL and socioeconomic status (SES) on parent-reported executive functioning, verbal ability, and social-emotional functioning using a sample of DLL (n=53) and monolingual (n=106) youth with ASD without intellectual disability, matched on gender and full-scale IQ scores. After controlling for the effects of SES, results showed that monolingual youth had better outcomes on verbal ability, while DLL youth had fewer parent-reported problems with executive functioning and unusual behaviors. These findings indicate that bilingualism may mitigate executive functioning deficits in youth with ASD. En ligne : http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10803-021-05356-3 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=489

Exploring social cognition and romantic self-efficacy in autistic young adults: Better social awareness is associated with lower confidence / Isabella SCHICHTER in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 118 (October 2024)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 118 (October 2024) . - 102466 Titre : Exploring social cognition and romantic self-efficacy in autistic young adults: Better social awareness is associated with lower confidence Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Isabella SCHICHTER, Auteur ; Nicole NADWODNY, Auteur ; Brooke H. KOHN, Auteur ; Dhruval THAKKAR, Auteur ; David W. PANTALONE, Auteur ; Susan FAJA, Auteur Article en page(s) : 102466 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism  Social Cognition  Self-efficacy  Perceived knowledge  Dating  Romantic Relationships Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Despite misconceptions, autistic young adults are interested in romantic relationships (Fernandes et al., 2016, Hancock, Stokes, & Mesibov, 2019, Mehzabin and Stokes, 2011). Research is needed to better understand how the social characteristics of autism impact romantic relationship experiences, knowledge of sexual health, and confidence in one?s own abilities. Social cognition skills are linked to functioning in interpersonal relationships and are important for understanding the mental states of others. The present research aims to explore the intersections among social cognition skills, romantic self-efficacy, perceived knowledge, and dating outcomes. We hypothesize that social cognition level, self-efficacy, perceived knowledge, and romantic relationship outcomes will be positively related. Method Verbal autistic young adults (N = 31) aged 18-26 years participated in a study aimed at investigating the romantic experiences of young autistic adults. Participants completed questionnaires on self-efficacy and perceived knowledge, as well as a battery of social cognition tasks, including assessments of spontaneous and non-spontaneous social cognition. Results Spontaneous social cognition was negatively correlated with both relationship self-efficacy and perceived knowledge. Perceived knowledge, actual knowledge, and self-efficacy were positively correlated with each other. Conclusion This exploratory study was the first of which we are aware to demonstrate that autistic adults with stronger spontaneous social awareness are less confident of their sexual knowledge and abilities in romantic relationships than autistic adults with weaker spontaneous awareness. These findings suggest social cognitive tasks could be useful in assessing the specific sexual and romantic health-education needs of young autistic adults. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2024.102466 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=539 [article] Exploring social cognition and romantic self-efficacy in autistic young adults: Better social awareness is associated with lower confidence [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Isabella SCHICHTER, Auteur ; Nicole NADWODNY, Auteur ; Brooke H. KOHN, Auteur ; Dhruval THAKKAR, Auteur ; David W. PANTALONE, Auteur ; Susan FAJA, Auteur . - 102466. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 118 (October 2024) . - 102466 Mots-clés : Autism  Social Cognition  Self-efficacy  Perceived knowledge  Dating  Romantic Relationships Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Despite misconceptions, autistic young adults are interested in romantic relationships (Fernandes et al., 2016, Hancock, Stokes, & Mesibov, 2019, Mehzabin and Stokes, 2011). Research is needed to better understand how the social characteristics of autism impact romantic relationship experiences, knowledge of sexual health, and confidence in one?s own abilities. Social cognition skills are linked to functioning in interpersonal relationships and are important for understanding the mental states of others. The present research aims to explore the intersections among social cognition skills, romantic self-efficacy, perceived knowledge, and dating outcomes. We hypothesize that social cognition level, self-efficacy, perceived knowledge, and romantic relationship outcomes will be positively related. Method Verbal autistic young adults (N = 31) aged 18-26 years participated in a study aimed at investigating the romantic experiences of young autistic adults. Participants completed questionnaires on self-efficacy and perceived knowledge, as well as a battery of social cognition tasks, including assessments of spontaneous and non-spontaneous social cognition. Results Spontaneous social cognition was negatively correlated with both relationship self-efficacy and perceived knowledge. Perceived knowledge, actual knowledge, and self-efficacy were positively correlated with each other. Conclusion This exploratory study was the first of which we are aware to demonstrate that autistic adults with stronger spontaneous social awareness are less confident of their sexual knowledge and abilities in romantic relationships than autistic adults with weaker spontaneous awareness. These findings suggest social cognitive tasks could be useful in assessing the specific sexual and romantic health-education needs of young autistic adults. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2024.102466 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=539

The Language ENvironment Analysis (LENA) System in Toddlers With Early Indicators of Autism: Test-Retest Reliability and Convergent Validity With Clinical Language Assessments / Nicole NADWODNY in Autism Research, 18-8 (August 2025)  

Public ISBD [article]  inAutism Research > 18-8 (August 2025) . - p.1568-1579 Titre : The Language ENvironment Analysis (LENA) System in Toddlers With Early Indicators of Autism: Test-Retest Reliability and Convergent Validity With Clinical Language Assessments Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Nicole NADWODNY, Auteur ; Paul J. YODER, Auteur ; Brooke R. INGERSOLL, Auteur ; Allison L. WAINER, Auteur ; Wendy L. STONE, Auteur ; Abbey EISENHOWER, Auteur ; Alice S. CARTER, Auteur ; Rise Research Network THE, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.1568-1579 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : autism  data collection methods  language acquisition  language development  social communication  test-retest reliability Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : ABSTRACT Clinical language assessments often influence the types of services that autistic children are eligible to receive. However, these assessments often take place outside of the child's natural language environment. In this study, we assess the potential of using naturalistic language processing technology, the Language ENvironment Analysis (LENA) system, in clinical research. Within a sample of caregivers and autistic toddlers aged 16?33?months (N?=?100), the current study examined associations between all LENA-generated variables and two clinical assessments of language: the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales, Third Edition: Communication Domain and the MacArthur Bates Communicative Development Inventories: Vocabulary Checklist. We also evaluated LENA test?retest reliability in a subsample of participants (n?=?81). Some LENA-generated variables?specifically, the Conversational Turn Count, Vocal Productivity, and Automated Vocalization Assessment?exhibited small-to-moderate significant positive correlations with clinical language assessment variables. Additionally, all LENA-generated variables demonstrated moderate-to-good test?retest reliability within a 2-week period. To our knowledge, this is the first study that examines the psychometric properties of all LENA-generated variables in a single large sample. Findings show promising evidence of LENA's utility as a source of naturalistic language data for research with autistic toddlers. Trial Registration: ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT05114538 (?Improving the Part C Early Intervention Service Delivery System for Children with ASD?) En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1002/aur.70062 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=566 [article] The Language ENvironment Analysis (LENA) System in Toddlers With Early Indicators of Autism: Test-Retest Reliability and Convergent Validity With Clinical Language Assessments [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Nicole NADWODNY, Auteur ; Paul J. YODER, Auteur ; Brooke R. INGERSOLL, Auteur ; Allison L. WAINER, Auteur ; Wendy L. STONE, Auteur ; Abbey EISENHOWER, Auteur ; Alice S. CARTER, Auteur ; Rise Research Network THE, Auteur . - p.1568-1579. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Autism Research > 18-8 (August 2025) . - p.1568-1579 Mots-clés : autism  data collection methods  language acquisition  language development  social communication  test-retest reliability Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : ABSTRACT Clinical language assessments often influence the types of services that autistic children are eligible to receive. However, these assessments often take place outside of the child's natural language environment. In this study, we assess the potential of using naturalistic language processing technology, the Language ENvironment Analysis (LENA) system, in clinical research. Within a sample of caregivers and autistic toddlers aged 16?33?months (N?=?100), the current study examined associations between all LENA-generated variables and two clinical assessments of language: the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales, Third Edition: Communication Domain and the MacArthur Bates Communicative Development Inventories: Vocabulary Checklist. We also evaluated LENA test?retest reliability in a subsample of participants (n?=?81). Some LENA-generated variables?specifically, the Conversational Turn Count, Vocal Productivity, and Automated Vocalization Assessment?exhibited small-to-moderate significant positive correlations with clinical language assessment variables. Additionally, all LENA-generated variables demonstrated moderate-to-good test?retest reliability within a 2-week period. To our knowledge, this is the first study that examines the psychometric properties of all LENA-generated variables in a single large sample. Findings show promising evidence of LENA's utility as a source of naturalistic language data for research with autistic toddlers. Trial Registration: ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT05114538 (?Improving the Part C Early Intervention Service Delivery System for Children with ASD?) En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1002/aur.70062 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=566

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