Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Research Review for School Counselors

2013 ◽  
Vol 16 (4) ◽  
pp. 2156759X1501604
Author(s):  
Richard W. Auger
Keyword(s):  
Autism Spectrum Disorders ◽  
School Counselors ◽  
Autism Spectrum ◽  
Research Literature ◽  
Research Review ◽  
Social Deficits ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
The Social ◽  
Students With Autism ◽  
Spectrum Disorders

The number of students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) has risen significantly in recent years (CDC, 2012), and students with ASD present unique challenges to schools and school counselors. This article presents a synthesis of recent research literature related to ASD for the purpose of providing school counselors with assistance in understanding and addressing the needs of students with ASD. Specific areas of focus include the prevalence, developmental course, and defining characteristics of ASD, and research on the effectiveness of interventions for students with ASD. Students with ASD are at increased risk for a range of problems, including social deficits and limitations, anxiety, aggression, peer victimization, and underachievement (Ashburner, Ziviani, & Rodger, 2010). Interventions to address the social deficits of students with ASD have shown promise but also have been found to lack results that are generalizable and that persist over time (Schreiber, 2011). This article provides specific recommendations for school counselors.

Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Research Review for School Counselors

2012 ◽  
Vol 16 (2_suppl) ◽  
pp. 2156759X1201600
Author(s):  
Richard W. Auger
Keyword(s):  
Autism Spectrum Disorders ◽  
School Counselors ◽  
Autism Spectrum ◽  
Research Literature ◽  
Research Review ◽  
Social Deficits ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
The Social ◽  
Students With Autism ◽  
Spectrum Disorders

The number of students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) has risen significantly in recent years (CDC, 2012), and students with ASD present unique challenges to schools and school counselors. This article presents a synthesis of recent research literature related to ASD for the purpose of providing school counselors with assistance in understanding and addressing the needs of students with ASD. Specific areas of focus include the prevalence, developmental course, and defining characteristics of ASD, and research on the effectiveness of interventions for students with ASD. Students with ASD are at increased risk for a range of problems, including social deficits and limitations, anxiety, aggression, peer victimization, and underachievement (Ashburner, Ziviani, & Rodger, 2010). Interventions to address the social deficits of students with ASD have shown promise but also have been found to lack results that are generalizable and that persist over time (Schreiber, 2011). This article provides specific recommendations for school counselors.

scholarly journals Interventions for Challenging Behaviours of Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Developmental Disabilities: A Synthesis Paper

2014 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Janine Montgomery ◽  
Toby Martin ◽  
Shahin Shooshtari ◽  
Brenda M Stoesz ◽  
Dustin J Heinrichs ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Autism Spectrum Disorders ◽  
Developmental Disabilities ◽  
Strong Support ◽  
Autism Spectrum ◽  
Research Literature ◽  
Quality Analysis ◽  
School Settings ◽  
Students With Autism ◽  
Spectrum Disorders ◽  
Challenging Behaviours

This synthesis paper summarizes research literature addressing challenging be-haviours in children and youth with autism spectrum disorders and developmental disabilities in school settings. We conducted a comprehensive literature review to identify relevant peer-reviewed articles published between the years 2000 and 2011. The methodological quality of all studies was screened following a stan-dard quality assessment checklist. Intervention effects were assessed quantitatively. Results of quality analysis and intervention effectiveness were in-tegrated to identify interventions with strong support and evidence of effectiveness. We discuss results in terms of implications for intervention choice and implementation in school settings, limitations, and directions for future re-search.

Effects of Peer Networks on the Social Interactions of High School Students With Autism Spectrum Disorders

2014 ◽  
Vol 39 (2) ◽  
pp. 100-118 ◽  
Author(s):  
Karen F. Gardner ◽  
Erik W. Carter ◽  
Jenny R. Gustafson ◽  
Julia M. Hochman ◽  
Michelle N. Harvey ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Autism Spectrum Disorders ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Social Interactions ◽  
Autism Spectrum ◽  
Peer Networks ◽  
School Students ◽  
The Social ◽  
Students With Autism ◽  
Spectrum Disorders

Providing College Readiness Counseling for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Delphi Study to Guide School Counselors

2012 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
pp. 2156759X1201600 ◽  
Author(s):  
Megan Krell ◽  
Rachelle Pérusse
Keyword(s):  
Autism Spectrum Disorders ◽  
College Readiness ◽  
School Counselors ◽  
Delphi Study ◽  
Planning Process ◽  
Transition Planning ◽  
Autism Spectrum ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Students With Autism ◽  
Spectrum Disorders

This study used the Delphi method to examine school counselors' roles for providing equitable college readiness counseling for students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Participants included an expert panel of 19 individuals with experience and knowledge in postsecondary transition for students with ASD. Expert participants identified 29 tasks of school counselors for providing equitable college readiness counseling to students with ASD, such as encourage student involvement in the transition planning process, collaborate with parents, and conduct workshops for students with ASD and their parents about college transition. This article provides practical implications and recommendations based on the study results.

scholarly journals A review of the effects of using social stories to promote behavior, communication, and social skills for students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD)

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 35-52
Author(s):  
Aiman Alkldi
Keyword(s):  
Autism Spectrum Disorders ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Social Stories ◽  
Autism Spectrum ◽  
School Students ◽  
The Social ◽  
Severity Scores ◽  
Students With Autism ◽  
Spectrum Disorders ◽  
The Impact

The purpose of this paper was to provide a review of the literature on the effect of Social Stories intervention on improving behavior, and communication skills for students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Nine scholarly articles focused on the impact of using social stories strategy were reviewed. Five articles addressed the use of Social Stories exclusively. However, four studies were focusing on the effects of using technology to present Social Stories strategy. All the studies presented in this paper pointed to the effectiveness of the social story strategy in improving the targeted behaviors and some specific skills school students with ASD. Despite the findings of those studies, further research might be needed to determine the effects of using Social Stories. For example, improving skills for high school students who have ASD or implementation more Videos that present Social Stories for Children who have autism with high severity scores. In addition, capability to generalize the acquired skills by the impact of Social Stories strategy may need further examinations.

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