Chronic health and lifestyle problems for people diagnosed with autism in a student-led clinic
Advances in Autism,Volume 4, Issue 2, Page 66-72, April 2018. Purpose People with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are at greater risk of developing chronic health and risky lifestyle problems. This is exaggerated further for people living in rural settings and from cultural backgrounds traditionally underserved by healthcare services. The purpose of this paper is to describe an evaluation of health and behavioural lifestyle outcomes of people diagnosed with ASD in a student-led clinic in rural/regional Australia. Design/methodology/approach Routine clinical outcomes and lifestyle measures were routinely collected at a pri...
Source: Advances in Autism - May 8, 2018 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
A pilot study on combining risperidone and pivotal response treatment on communication difficulties in children with autism spectrum disorder
Advances in Autism,Volume 4, Issue 2, Page 56-65, April 2018. Purpose The purpose of this paper is to investigate the effects of combined risperidone (RIS) and pivotal response treatment (PRT) in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Design/methodology/approach In all, 34 children diagnosed with ASD (mean age of 12.36 years) were randomly divided into two groups: an RIS treatment group (n=18) and an RIS plus PRT (n=16). Communication skills were evaluated with the child communication checklist (CCC). Findings Total score of the CCC was increased in both groups after three months compared with the score prior to ...
Source: Advances in Autism - May 8, 2018 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) scores in males and females diagnosed with autism: a naturalistic study
Advances in Autism,Volume 4, Issue 2, Page 49-55, April 2018. Purpose Many tools are available for assessing autism in an adult population; however, few have been studied for the effects of gender on diagnostic scores. The purpose of this paper is to evaluate the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) assessment for gender bias in a clinical population, specifically whether the ADOS favours a “male-type” of autism. Design/methodology/approach The ADOS scores of patients referred to an NHS specialist autism assessment service were retrospectively examined for significant gender differences. The combined ADOS sc...
Source: Advances in Autism - May 8, 2018 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
A phenomenological approach to diagnosing psychosis in autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disability: a case series
Advances in Autism,Volume 4, Issue 2, Page 39-48, April 2018. Purpose The diagnosis of psychosis in individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) poses a unique clinical challenge. The presence of intellectual disability (ID) further complicates the diagnostic picture. Reliable and timely diagnosis of psychosis in such individuals minimises the duration of untreated psychotic symptoms and the subsequent impact on the quality of life of the patients concerned. The paper aims to discuss this issue. Design/methodology/approach The authors present four patients with psychosis, ASD and ID, who have received care within fore...
Source: Advances in Autism - May 8, 2018 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
Editorial
Advances in Autism,Volume 3, Issue 4, Page 185-186, October 2017. (Source: Advances in Autism)
Source: Advances in Autism - November 21, 2017 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
What is the association between ADI-R scores and final diagnosis of autism in an all IQ adult autism diagnostic service?
Advances in Autism,Volume 3, Issue 4, Page 250-262, October 2017. Purpose The diagnosis of autism in adults often involves the use of tools recommended by NICE guidance but which are validated in children. The purpose of the paper is to establish the strength of the association between the Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADI-R) scores and the final clinical outcome in an all intellectual quotients adult autism diagnostic service and to establish if this in any way relates with gender and intellectual ability. Design/methodology/approach The sample includes referrals to Leeds Autism Diagnostic Service in 2015 that re...
Source: Advances in Autism - November 21, 2017 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
Autism awareness training for youth offending team staff members
Advances in Autism,Volume 3, Issue 4, Page 240-249, October 2017. Purpose Many in contact with the criminal justice system (CJS) have complex needs, including autism. The purpose of this paper is to present the development, design and evaluation of a training package designed to increase awareness that Youth Offending Team (YOT) staff members in the UK have of autism in the CJS (Talbot, 2010). Training quality and effectiveness was assessed. This paper aims to highlight the need for organisations/individuals providing training services relating to autism to be transparent, evidence based and open to sharing best practice....
Source: Advances in Autism - November 21, 2017 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
Does “mentoring” offer effective support to autistic adults? A mixed-methods pilot study
Advances in Autism,Volume 3, Issue 4, Page 229-239, October 2017. Purpose The Research Autism Cygnet Mentoring project was a two-year pilot study, completed in 2016, which aimed to develop, trial and evaluate a mentoring scheme designed with input from autistic people, their families and supporters. The paper aims to discuss these issues. Design/methodology/approach The mentoring scheme involved 12 matched pairs (mentor/mentee) meeting once per week for one hour, over a six-month period. All mentors attended a training day, led by the principles of personal construct theory and an emancipatory research ethos. The project...
Source: Advances in Autism - November 21, 2017 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
Defendants with autism spectrum disorders: what is the role of court liaison and diversion?
Advances in Autism,Volume 3, Issue 4, Page 220-228, October 2017. Purpose The purpose of this paper is to examine the role of liaison and diversion services working in the lower courts (also known as Magistrates ’ courts) with regard to autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) and their assessment, in particular, the role of pre-sentence and psychiatric reports and interviews. Design/methodology/approach Current practice is described in the lower courts in the context of current legislation and procedures. Fi ndings When writing reports, there is a need for expertise to offer an opinion on future risk, disposal and what needs...
Source: Advances in Autism - November 21, 2017 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
Healthcare experiences of young adults with autism spectrum disorder
This study furthers the understanding of the healthcare experiences of young adults with ASD which is crucial to dissecting problems which hamper access to quality care. (Source: Advances in Autism)
Source: Advances in Autism - November 21, 2017 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
Residential placement and quality of life for adults with severe autism spectrum disorders and severe-to-profound intellectual disabilities
Advances in Autism,Volume 3, Issue 4, Page 187-205, October 2017. Purpose The purpose of this paper is to evaluate the relationship between some main characteristics of different living arrangements and the quality of life (QoL) of their users with severe intellectual disability and low-functioning autism spectrum disorders. Design/methodology/approach Study participants were assessed for ASD severity through the Childhood Autism Rating Scale or the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales (VABS): for behavioral problems with the aberrant behavior checklist (ABC); for perception of efficacy and satisfaction with care, through a...
Source: Advances in Autism - November 21, 2017 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
Editorial
Advances in Autism,Volume 3, Issue 4, Page 185-186, October 2017. (Source: Advances in Autism)
Source: Advances in Autism - November 21, 2017 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
What is the association between ADI-R scores and final diagnosis of autism in an all IQ adult autism diagnostic service?
Advances in Autism,Volume 3, Issue 4, Page 250-262, October 2017. Purpose The diagnosis of autism in adults often involves the use of tools recommended by NICE guidance but which are validated in children. The purpose of the paper is to establish the strength of the association between the Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADI-R) scores and the final clinical outcome in an all intellectual quotients adult autism diagnostic service and to establish if this in any way relates with gender and intellectual ability. Design/methodology/approach The sample includes referrals to Leeds Autism Diagnostic Service in 2015 that re...
Source: Advances in Autism - November 21, 2017 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
Autism awareness training for youth offending team staff members
Advances in Autism,Volume 3, Issue 4, Page 240-249, October 2017. Purpose Many in contact with the criminal justice system (CJS) have complex needs, including autism. The purpose of this paper is to present the development, design and evaluation of a training package designed to increase awareness that Youth Offending Team (YOT) staff members in the UK have of autism in the CJS (Talbot, 2010). Training quality and effectiveness was assessed. This paper aims to highlight the need for organisations/individuals providing training services relating to autism to be transparent, evidence based and open to sharing best practice....
Source: Advances in Autism - November 21, 2017 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
Does “mentoring” offer effective support to autistic adults? A mixed-methods pilot study
Advances in Autism,Volume 3, Issue 4, Page 229-239, October 2017. Purpose The Research Autism Cygnet Mentoring project was a two-year pilot study, completed in 2016, which aimed to develop, trial and evaluate a mentoring scheme designed with input from autistic people, their families and supporters. The paper aims to discuss these issues. Design/methodology/approach The mentoring scheme involved 12 matched pairs (mentor/mentee) meeting once per week for one hour, over a six-month period. All mentors attended a training day, led by the principles of personal construct theory and an emancipatory research ethos. The project...
Source: Advances in Autism - November 21, 2017 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
