ERIC Number: EJ1349623
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Publication Date: 2022-Oct
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Opportunities and Challenges in Developing Technology-Based Social Skills Interventions for Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Qualitative Analysis of Parent Perspectives
Rashedi, Roxanne N.; Bonnet, Kemberlee; Schulte, Rebecca J.; Schlundt, David G.; Swanson, Amy R.; Kinsman, Amy; Bardett, Nicole; Juárez, Pablo; Warren, Zachary E.; Biswas, Gautam; Kunda, Maithilee
Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, v52 n10 p4321-4336 Oct 2022
Interest continues to be high in technology-based interventions for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Understanding the preferences and challenges of technology use among individuals with ASD can inform the design of such interventions. Through 18 interviews with parents, we used an iterative inductive-deductive approach to qualitative analysis and explored uses of technology for social skills development among adolescents with ASD. Our findings include parents' observations about their adolescent's preferences in types of technology devices and digital content, as well as both positive and negative effects of technology use on mood and behavior. Parents highlighted several avenues of technological preferences and risks that may inform intervention design, enhance user engagement, and capitalize on users' strengths while buttressing areas for growth. [For the corresponding grantee submission, see ED622626.]
Descriptors: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Intervention, Interpersonal Competence, Preferences, Barriers, Parent Attitudes, Risk, Adolescents, Technology Integration, Psychological Patterns, Information Technology, Theory of Mind, Usability, Behavior Patterns, Interdisciplinary Approach, Teaching Methods, Self Control, Metacognition, Interpersonal Relationship, Influence of Technology
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
Sponsor: Institute of Education Sciences (ED)
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