TY - JOUR
AU1 - Crane, Laura
AU2 - Hearst, Caroline
AU3 - Ashworth, Maria
AU4 - Davies, Jade
AU5 - Hill, Elisabeth L.
AB - Sixteen adults (diagnosed or self-identified as autistic) participated in one of two iterations of a ten-week autistic-led programme, aimed at helping autistic adults learn more about autism within a peer group context. Motivations for taking part in the programme included a desire for: (1) exploration of autism; (2) empowerment; and (3) the development of practical strategies and coping mechanisms. Interviews were conducted upon completion of the programme and again 6 months later. Using thematic analysis, three themes were identified: (1) appreciation of the autistic-led nature of the programme; (2) unity in diversity; and (3) developing a positive, practical outlook on autism. These promising initial results highlight the value of autistic-led peer support for those recently diagnosed/identified as autistic.
TI - Supporting Newly Identified or Diagnosed Autistic Adults: An Initial Evaluation of an Autistic-Led Programme
JF - Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders
DO - 10.1007/s10803-020-04486-4
DA - 2021-03-01
UR - https://www.deepdyve.com/lp/springer-journals/supporting-newly-identified-or-diagnosed-autistic-adults-an-initial-9O6XvpxPKY
SP - 892
EP - 905
VL - 51
IS - 3
DP - DeepDyve
ER -