Using a Brief Intervention to Improve Partner-Focused Conversation in Adolescents with Autism.
J Autism Dev Disord
; 53(6): 2203-2218, 2023 Jun.
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ABSTRACT
Individuals on the autism spectrum often experience pragmatic social conversation difficulties that include showing interest in their conversational partners. This may become particularly evident during adolescence when conversation with peers is the primary medium for social interaction. This study used a multiple baseline design across participants to investigate the effects of a brief intervention package on the partner-focused conversation of three adolescents with autism. Results showed increased partner-focused questions and comments for all participants. Social validity assessments indicated that the intervention led to meaningful improvements in peer conversations.
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MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Transtorno Autístico
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Transtorno do Espectro Autista
Limite:
Adolescent
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Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
J Autism Dev Disord
Ano de publicação:
2023
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Article
País de afiliação:
Estados Unidos