SMART Homes, Meaningful Lives: Incorporating Wellbeing Practices into Independent Living Supports

• By: Taylor Aukes Balance Autism Paige B. Raetz, PhD Proof Positive
• April 4th, 2025
• independent living, mental health, psychology, remote support, Spring 2025 Issue, support, technology, wellbeing
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James moved into his own apartment in January of 2024. He liked his independence but didn't have much to say when his support staff spoke with him during their daily video check-in. He was “fine.” His day went “okay.” And, he had nothing to report for wants and needs. James was languishing...

Positive Psychology in Autism Spectrum Disorders

• By: Jill Krata, PhD YAI Autism Center
• October 1st, 2013
• humor, internal behaviors, kindness, optimism, psychology, quality of life, resilience, self-efficacy, stress
• 8026    3

Using a positive psychology approach in working with individuals with an autism spectrum disorder can help them lead a fuller and a more enriched quality of life. Optimism, resilience and kindness are some of the key traits at the core of positive psychology. Through positive psychology, we can...