Using data from an Australian longitudinal adult study, this study explored the inter-relationships between trait resilience, coping, and mental health in a sample of autistic adults (N = 78). In particular, we examined the relationship between resilience and use of coping strategies, and the ...
skills (e.g., developing interpersonal communication skills and self-assertion in a teamwork sport game). In the same line, it would be interesting to study how the participation to creativity-based activities could contribute to the development of other competencies. For instance, in adults, ...
However, hyperfixation can also be a positive force in a person’s life. It can provide a sense of purpose and fulfillment and help individuals develop new skills and talents. Moreover, hyperfixation can be a source of joy and happiness, allowing individuals to explore new activities and expe...
2. Check that skills have not been forgotten. If you have used strategies successfully in the past, it might help to revisit them from time to time so that your youngster remembers how to use them. You may also need to use them at periods of stress, illness or change when old...
A Scoping Review of School-Based Strategies for Addressing Anxiety, Intolerance of Uncertainty and Prediction in Autistic Pupils In a typical school day, young people need to do many tasks which rely on the ability to predict. Since prediction underpins cognitive and social skills, d... A Emerso...
Navigating the Social World: A Curriculum for Individuals with Asperger's Syndrome, High Functioning Autism and Related Disorders This volume presents a curriculum developed specifically to develop the social, emotional, and organizational skills of individuals with Asperger's Syndrom... J Mcafee - Futu...
As predicted, mothers of autistic children: (1) placed less emphasis on career success and were more likely to believe that mothers of young children should not work outside of the home; (2) spent more leisure time with their extended family; (3) placed less emphasis on others' opinions ...
The elderly might already know which coping strategies will be most beneficial for them as a result of their life experiences, but other age groups must develop these skills. Additionally, Van Hoof et al. [24] showed that mental health had a broad influence on coping. In families of ...
given the strong association of behavioural problems with parental stress and other adaptation outcomes, addressing behavioural problems should be another core component of clinical services for families with a child with ASD. Providing skills training for parents to address these difficulties and at an ...
They also highlight the potential protective role of engagement coping strategies, which can be incorporated into the promotion and maintenance of well‐being in autistic adults.Melanie MuniandyAmanda L. RichdaleLauren P. LawsonAutism research