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Evaluation of a program of social intervention for adolescents with autism spectrum disorders (PROSEAR)

Evaluation of a program of social intervention for adolescents with autism spectrum disorders... The prevalence of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) surpasses 2% in some regions. However, there is a lack of manualized programs targeting the social skills of adolescents with these disorders, particularly in the Spanish language context. This study aims to introduce PROSEAR, an innovative social skills program for adolescents with ASD implemented in a Day Hospital setting.Design/methodology/approachThe evaluation used the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ) and the Social Skills Scale (EHS) as measures, administering pre- and postintervention tests for each patient.FindingsSDQ exhibited the most significant improvement in the domain of peer problems. In terms of EHS, it demonstrated beneficial effects across all evaluated domains, with statistically significant improvements observed specifically in the expression of anger or disagreement. Limitations include a small sample size and lack of a randomized control group.Originality/valueThe outcomes align with existing literature supporting the intervention as positive in clinical practice. Overall, the PROSEAR intervention shows promise for enhancing social skills in adolescents with ASD. Further research is needed to improve therapeutic approaches for this population. http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png Advances in Autism Emerald Publishing

Evaluation of a program of social intervention for adolescents with autism spectrum disorders (PROSEAR)

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Emerald Publishing
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2056-3868
DOI
10.1108/aia-12-2023-0074
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Abstract

The prevalence of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) surpasses 2% in some regions. However, there is a lack of manualized programs targeting the social skills of adolescents with these disorders, particularly in the Spanish language context. This study aims to introduce PROSEAR, an innovative social skills program for adolescents with ASD implemented in a Day Hospital setting.Design/methodology/approachThe evaluation used the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ) and the Social Skills Scale (EHS) as measures, administering pre- and postintervention tests for each patient.FindingsSDQ exhibited the most significant improvement in the domain of peer problems. In terms of EHS, it demonstrated beneficial effects across all evaluated domains, with statistically significant improvements observed specifically in the expression of anger or disagreement. Limitations include a small sample size and lack of a randomized control group.Originality/valueThe outcomes align with existing literature supporting the intervention as positive in clinical practice. Overall, the PROSEAR intervention shows promise for enhancing social skills in adolescents with ASD. Further research is needed to improve therapeutic approaches for this population.

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Advances in Autism – Emerald Publishing

Published: Nov 20, 2024

Keywords: Autism spectrum disorders (ASD); Social skills; Adolescent; Program evaluation; Day care; Treatment outcome

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