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Jonathan A Weiss1, Michelle A Viecili, Leon Sloman
1Department of Psychology, York University, Toronto, Ontario.
Objective:
This study examined the direct and indirect outcomes of a social skills group intervention for children with high functioning autism spectrum disorders and their parents.
Method:
Thirty-five children and their parents participated in the program evaluation. Children and parents completed measures of child social skills and problem behaviors. Children reported on their self-concept, and parents reported on their psychological acceptance and empowerment.
Results:
Results indicate significant increases in overall child social skills according to parent and child report, in child general self-worth, and in parent service empowerment and psychological acceptance.
Conclusion:
While past program evaluations of social skills groups highlight changes in social competence, taking a broader perspective on the types of positive outcomes suggests potential benefits for both child and parent.
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