The use of social stories with individuals with autism spectrum disorders
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2005
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University of Delaware
Abstract
This multiple case study investigates how professionals use the Social Story technique with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders. The results of this investigation indicate that professionals who use the Social Story technique vary the way in which they use this intervention according to the student for whom it is intended. This study details who professionals target for this intervention, and the multiple ways in which they use the Social Story technique with their students. It also illustrates the detailed process that professionals take to create, implement, and evaluate the Social Story. One of the most salient themes present throughout this research is the way in which the professionals collaborate with their colleagues and the families of the students. The professionals describe that this collaboration is imperative in providing a comprehensive intervention that will suite the specific needs of each student.