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Ames, Megan E.; McMorris, Carly A.; Alli, Lisa N.; Bebko, James M. – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 2016
The number of students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) pursuing postsecondary education is increasing. A mentorship program was developed to help students with ASD navigate the social and academic framework of postsecondary campus life. The present study (a) provides information about a sample of university students with ASD and (b) evaluates…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, College Students, Mentors
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Petty, Debra Martin; Fussell, Elizabeth M. – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 1997
The attitudes of employers toward workers with severe mental and physical disabilities and supported employment programs were examined through structured interviews with 47 employers who had hired or supervised workers participating in supported employment programs. Results indicated the employers generally held favorable attitudes regarding the…
Descriptors: Adults, Attitudes toward Disabilities, Employer Attitudes, Employer Employee Relationship