Autism and Family Integration

Paper Summary:

The paper explains that the purpose of this research is to identify the supports that can assist the family of the child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to fully participate in family activities and community involvement. The paper provides a literature review and concludes that support and assistance to parents and families of children with ASD is critical.

Outline:
Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Rationale
Purpose of the Study
Significance of the Study
Methodoloy
Literature Review
Conclusion
Recommendations

From the Paper:

"Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is described as a disorder that is characterized as a "class of developmental disabilities which cause severe impairments to a child's communication, their social interactions, and in their play and behavior." (Law, ) The impact of autism on the social participation of the family is severe and critically necessary to address so as to enable the autistic child and the child's family members to pursue healthy interaction in community and society both with the family as a unit and separate and apart as individuals with diverse interests as well. Intervention that is early in nature is critically important for young children with autism spectrum disorder and the need for effective early intervention (EI) has featured in legislative priorities conveying the same."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Bellini, Scott and Pratt, Cathy (2006) Early Intervention for Young Children on the Autism Spectrum: Parent's Perspective. IRCA Articles 2006. Online available at: http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/irca/education/EarlyIntervention.html
• Law, Mary (2006) Autism Spectrum Disorders and Occupational Therapy. Briefing to the Senate Standing Committee on Social Affairs, Science and Technology. Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists. 9 Nov 2006. Online available at: http://egfl.net/Teaching/Issues/startingpoints/ASD%20docs/11%20tchng%20Social%20Skills.doc
• Benson, Bernadette and Dewey, Deborah (2008) Parental Stress and Needs in Families of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. International Journal of Disability, Community & Rehabilitation Volume 7, No. 1. Online available at: http://www.ijdcr.ca/VOL07_01_CAN/articles/benson.shtml
• Stahmer, Aubyn C. (2007) The Basic Structure of Community Early Intervention Programs for Children with Autism: Provider Descriptions. Journal of Autism Development Disorder. 2007. August 37(7). Online available at: http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=2084486
• Le Couteur, Ann (2003) National Autism Plan for Children (NAPC) National Institute for Autism: Screening and Assessment. March 2003.

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