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Choo Ting Siew1,2, Trevor G Mazzucchelli1,2, Rosanna Rooney1
1School of Psychology and Speech Pathology, Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia, Australia.
Plos One
|July 14, 2017
Summary
Peer mentoring significantly improved well-being and communication for university students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The Curtin Specialist Mentoring Program (CSMP) shows promise for enhancing student support and academic success.
Area of Science:
- Neurodevelopmental Disorders
- Higher Education
- Psychological Interventions
Background:
- Students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) face challenges in tertiary education.
- Peer mentoring programs may enhance academic outcomes for students with ASD.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the pilot year of the Curtin Specialist Mentoring Program (CSMP).
- To assess the program's impact on well-being, academic success, and retention for university students with ASD.
Main Methods:
- A single group pre-test, post-test design was used.
- Quantitative (questionnaires) and qualitative (interviews) data were collected from 10 students with ASD.
- Evaluated changes in anxiety, communication apprehension, and perceived competence.
Main Results:
- Significant improvements were observed in social support and general communication apprehension.
- Participant interviews identified key program features contributing to positive outcomes.
Conclusions:
- The CSMP provides preliminary evidence for improving well-being in university students with ASD.
- Individualized, flexible, social-model-based interventions targeting environmental factors are crucial.
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