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Process Evaluation of the BOOST-A[TM] Transition Planning Program for Adolescents on the Autism Spectrum: A Strengths-Based Approach
- Source :
- Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. February, 2018, Vol. 48 Issue 2, p377, 12 p.
- Publication Year :
- 2018
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Abstract
- A process evaluation was conducted to determine the effectiveness, usability, and barriers and facilitators related to the Better OutcOmes & Successful Transitions for Autism (BOOST-A[TM]), an online transition planning program. Adolescents on the autism spectrum (n = 33) and their parents (n = 39) provided feedback via an online questionnaire. Of these, 13 participants were interviewed to gain in-depth information about their experiences. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and thematic analysis. Four themes were identified: (i) taking action to overcome inertia, (ii) new insights that led to clear plans for the future, (iii) adolescent empowerment through strengths focus, and (iv) having a champion to guide the way. The process evaluation revealed why BOOST-A[TM] was beneficial to some participants more than others. Trial registration #ACTRN12615000119594<br />Author(s): Megan Hatfield [sup.1] [sup.2] , Marita Falkmer [sup.1] [sup.2] [sup.3] , Torbjörn Falkmer [sup.1] [sup.2] [sup.4] , Marina Ciccarelli [sup.1] [sup.2] Author Affiliations: (1) School of Occupational Therapy and [...]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 01623257
- Volume :
- 48
- Issue :
- 2
- Database :
- Gale General OneFile
- Journal :
- Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- edsgcl.527129852
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-017-3317-8