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Cultural barriers:
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Exploring Environmental Barriers and Facilitators to Inclusion on a University Campus for Autistic Students.
Maxine O'Connor1, Sandra C Jones2, Chloe Gordon2
1Research Impact Unit and Australian Catholic University, Melbourne, Australia.
Autism in Adulthood : Challenges and Management
|March 4, 2024
View abstract on PubMed
Summary
Sensory aspects of university physical spaces significantly impact autistic students
Area of Science:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) research
- Higher Education Accessibility
- Environmental Psychology
Background:
- Autistic individuals face lower university participation and outcomes compared to peers.
- Existing research often overlooks the impact of the physical environment on autistic students.
- There's a need to understand how sensory elements of campuses affect autistic students' well-being and academic success.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the experiences of autistic university students within the physical campus environment.
- To identify how sensory aspects of university spaces influence autistic students' engagement and participation.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study involving seven autistic undergraduate students at an Australian university.
- Data collection through semi-structured interviews and photo-elicitation.
Main Results:
- Sensory characteristics of university spaces present both challenges and opportunities for autistic students.
- Campus physical environments influence navigation, utilization, engagement, and participation.
- Autistic students require dedicated spaces and resources for managing sensory overload.
Conclusions:
- Universities must consider the physical and sensory needs of autistic students for inclusive education.
- Attention to campus physical environments is crucial for supporting autistic students' mental and physical well-being.


