Strategies for Autistic Adults to Achieve Greater Independence and Well-Being

• By: Maria Vella, MS, BCBA Kate Foley, RBT Andrea Pagan, RBT Brandon Sierchio, MA, BCBA Howard Savin, PhD First Children Services
• October 4th, 2024
• adults, Fall 2024 Issue, mental health, self-management skills, self-monitoring
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The transition from childhood to adulthood can be a scary and difficult life experience for most people. It can be even more challenging for those diagnosed with autism and their families. This phase of life brings a blend of excitement and uncertainty, and the road to achieving greater...

The Use of Self-Monitoring Interventions to Support Inclusion for Adolescents Diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder

• By: Stephanie A.C. Kuhn, PhD, LP, BCBA-D Western Connecticut State University
• July 1st, 2018
• behavioral challenges, extinction, inclusive classroom, self-management, self-monitoring, summer 2018 issue, technology
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There are numerous benefits to inclusion in school settings for students diagnosed with autism (Harrower and Dunlap, 2001). However, there are also many challenges related to inclusion for many of those students and for the educators and the support staff in those settings. Problematic behavior...