Vocational support approaches in autism spectrum disorder: A synthesis review of the literature

DB Nicholas, M Attridge, L Zwaigenbaum, M Clarke�- Autism, 2015 - journals.sagepub.com
DB Nicholas, M Attridge, L Zwaigenbaum, M Clarke
Autism, 2015journals.sagepub.com
This synthesis-based analysis identifies and reviews studies evaluating vocational
resources for adults with autism spectrum disorder. It is based on a larger systematic review
of intervention studies in autism spectrum disorder, from which a critical interpretive
synthesis was conducted on studies related to vocation and autism spectrum disorder. In
total, 10 studies were found that examine employment support for youth and adults with
autism spectrum disorder. Two domains of vocational intervention in the literature were�…
This synthesis-based analysis identifies and reviews studies evaluating vocational resources for adults with autism spectrum disorder. It is based on a larger systematic review of intervention studies in autism spectrum disorder, from which a critical interpretive synthesis was conducted on studies related to vocation and autism spectrum disorder. In total, 10 studies were found that examine employment support for youth and adults with autism spectrum disorder. Two domains of vocational intervention in the literature were found: supported employment including community placement and job coaching and media and technology–based augmentative tools. The literature is limited in volume and quality of methodology, yet emerging constructs are promising in introducing the utility of vocational resources, in particular, supported employment in community settings. These vocational approaches are examined, along with representative studies. Recommendations for advancing practice, community capacity, and research are offered.
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