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Publication Date: 2019-Jun
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The Experiences of College Students on the Autism Spectrum: A Comparison to Their Neurotypical Peers
McLeod, Jane D.; Meanwell, Emily; Hawbaker, Amelia
Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, v49 n6 p2320-2336 Jun 2019
This study describes the academic, social, and health experiences of college students on the autism spectrum as they compare to students with other disabilities and their non-disabled, neurotypical peers. Data were from an online survey of college students at 14 public institutions (N = 3073). There were few significant differences between students on the spectrum and students with other disabilities. Both groups of students reported significantly worse outcomes than neurotypical students on academic performance, social relationships and bullying, and physical and mental health. The findings suggest that some of the challenges students on the spectrum face in college result from the stigma and social rejection associated with disability rather than from the unique characteristics of autism.
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, College Students, Student Experience, Students with Disabilities, Academic Achievement, Interpersonal Relationship, Bullying, Mental Health, Physical Health, Social Bias, Social Isolation
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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