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Perceptions of social challenges of adults with autism spectrum disorder

Laurie A. Sperry

University of Colorado, Denver, USA

Gary B. Mesibov

University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, USA

This study examines perceptions of social challenges by adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The investigators analyzed three separate, regularly scheduled social group meetings attended by a total of 18 adults with ASD where the activity was a discussion of social issues. Participants generated social questions and challenges they had encountered as a result of having autism. The questions were presented to the group for a discussion of potential solutions. Written and audio data were collected and a member check was completed. The data were plumbed for key words and emergent themes to identify major social challenges as viewed by adults with ASD. The emergent themes included relationships at work, developing and maintaining personal relationships, appropriate behaviors around members of the opposite sex, and personal perspectives on having ASD.

Key Words: adults • ASD • personal perspectives • social challenges

Autism, Vol. 9, No. 4, 362-376 (2005)
DOI: 10.1177/1362361305056077
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