Evaluation of changes in social competences of adults with autism spectrum disorder after remuval in the community Cover Image

Evaluacija promjena u socijalnim kompetencijama odraslih osoba s poremećajem iz autističnog spektra nakon preseljenja u životnu zajednicu
Evaluation of changes in social competences of adults with autism spectrum disorder after remuval in the community

Author(s): Renata Vragović, Mia Masnjak, Jasmina Frey Škrinjar
Subject(s): Psychology
Published by: Sveučilište u Zagrebu, Edukacijsko-rehabilitacijski fakultet
Keywords: adult persons with autism; deinstitutionalization; program of supported living; social competences

Summary/Abstract: This paper aims to determine the changes in social competences adults with autism after involvement in community housing program. Two estimates have been made, one at the beginning of transition program preparation for relocation from institution and evaluation of a year after moving to partnerships. It is estimated the six girls aged 22 to 34 years with complex needs support, which are after years living in institution selected as persons for first group housing of Center for Autism in Zagreb. Determine statistical significance of differences in social competences use as indicator of the suitability program of supported living and will provide guidelines or personal centered program.

  • Issue Year: 49/2013
  • Issue No: Supp.
  • Page Range: 195-206
  • Page Count: 12
  • Language: Croatian