Comparison and Item Analysis of the MESSY for Autistic and Normal Children.

Matson, Johnny L.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ441277

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Publication Date: 1991

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Comparison and Item Analysis of the MESSY for Autistic and Normal Children.

Matson, Johnny L.; And Others

Research in Developmental Disabilities, v12 n4 p361-69 1991

Social skills and levels of inappropriate assertiveness/impulsiveness were assessed using the Matson Evaluation of Social Skills with Youngsters, with 17 autistic children (ages 2-21) and 17 matched nonautistic children. Significant differences in both appropriate and inappropriate social behaviors were found. Results suggest the importance of pinpointing specific social skill deficits in autistic persons. (Author/DB)

Descriptors: Assertiveness, Autism, Basic Skills, Behavior Patterns, Behavior Problems, Behavior Rating Scales, Children, Conceptual Tempo, Interpersonal Competence, Intervention, Measures (Individuals), Social Behavior, Test Validity, Young Adults

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Audience: Researchers; Practitioners

Language: English

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