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  • Psychology
  • Neurodevelopmental Disorders
  • Family Studies

Background:

  • Parenting stress is high in families with children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
  • Parenting behaviors, especially during adolescence, are understudied in ASD.
  • Adolescence presents unique challenges for both individuals with ASD and their parents.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare parenting behaviors of mothers with adolescents with and without ASD.
  • To investigate the influence of maternal characteristics (ASD traits, parenting stress) on parenting behaviors.
  • To examine group differences in the impact of maternal characteristics on parenting.

Main Methods:

  • A multi-method approach combining self-report questionnaires and observed mother-child interactions.
  • Participants included mothers and adolescents (aged 12-16) with (n=44) and without ASD (n=38).
  • Linear mixed models (LMM) were used for statistical analysis.

Main Results:

  • Mothers of adolescents with ASD demonstrated greater sensitivity and creativity during observed tasks.
  • Mothers in the ASD group reported increased environmental adaptations, such as establishing routines.
  • Maternal ASD characteristics were linked to increased negativity, reduced sensitivity, harsher punishment, and more environmental adaptations.

Conclusions:

  • Mothers of adolescents with ASD exhibit distinct parenting behaviors, including heightened sensitivity and creativity.
  • Maternal ASD characteristics significantly moderate parenting behaviors, impacting harsh punishment and environmental adaptation.
  • Understanding these nuances is crucial for targeted parental support and intervention strategies.