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Goddard, Helen; Cook, Anna – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2022
Autistic university students face extra challenges in both their academic and social life. Barriers to socialising appear to be less well understood and supported by universities than academic requirements. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with ten autistic university students to explore their social experiences. Questions explored their…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, College Students, Barriers
Hu, Qin; Chandrasekhar, Tara – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2021
An increasing number of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are enrolling in post-secondary education. Though many students may use services provided by university and college counseling centers (UCCCs), little is known about the landscape of care for students with ASD in this setting. UCCC directors (n = 79) completed an online survey…
Descriptors: Health Needs, Health Services, Mental Health, College Students
Anderson, Anastasia H.; Stephenson, Jennifer; Carter, Mark – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2020
The university experience of students with ASD was explored through a qualitative study of 11 former university students and six significant others from Australia and New Zealand. A range of key issues were identified including difficulties encountered when studying, reasons for completion and non-completion, supports used, and coping strategies…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, College Students, Student Experience, Dropouts
Accardo, Amy L.; Bean, Kimberly; Cook, Barbara; Gillies, Ann; Edgington, Rebecca; Kuder, S. Jay; Bomgardner, Estyr M. – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2019
College may be considered a gateway to success, yet access to college is limited for young adults with autism. Given the research recommendations to elicit student experiences and to communicate among universities to improve college access, success, and equity, the present study examined the questions: What factors are perceived as pathways to…
Descriptors: Access to Education, Academic Achievement, Equal Education, Students with Disabilities
Milner, Victoria; McIntosh, Hollie; Colvert, Emma; Happé, Francesca – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2019
Autism spectrum disorder is thought to be a predominantly male diagnosis, however recent research suggests a smaller gender disparity in prevalence than previously assumed. Accounts of the female experience of autism are important to help reduce likely male-bias in current understanding and recognition of autism. Eighteen autistic females and four…
Descriptors: College Students, Females, Gender Differences, Mothers
Van Hees, Valérie; Moyson, Tinneke; Roeyers, Herbert – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2015
The transition into higher education constitutes a precarious life stage for students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Research on how students with ASD navigate college life is needed for the development of adequate support. This study investigated the challenges and support needs of 23 students with ASD in higher education through…
Descriptors: Higher Education, Student Experience, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Autism
Gelbar, Nicholas W.; Smith, Isaac; Reichow, Brian – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2014
The increase in the number of higher-functioning individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) is likely to lead to an increased interest in postsecondary opportunities including degree-granting college and university programs. To provide an understanding of the current evidence-base for supporting individuals with ASD in higher education, this…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Postsecondary Education, Student Needs