The 2017 theme is Toward Autonomy and Self-Determination in Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). See below for related research.
Autonomy and Autism: Who Speaks for the Adolescent Patient? By Rebecca Benson & Catherine Pinnaro
From the American Medical Association Journal of Ethics 2015 Apr 1;17(4):305-9
• Discusses issues related to autonomy in a family context
Access at https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25901697
Autism and Independence
From the UK National Autistic Society
• This report discusses how appropriate planning and service provisions, helps people with autism live their lives with as much independence as possible
Access at http://www.autism.org.uk/independence
The Autism Parent Resource Kit
From the Ontario Ministry Of Children And Youth Services
• Discusses everyday living transitions, such as tips for starting a new school year and March break/summer camp programs
Access at http://www.children.gov.on.ca/htdocs/English/documents/specialneeds/autism/aprk/Autism_Parent_Resource_Kit.pdf
Interventions for Adolescents and Young Adults With Autism Spectrum Disorders
From the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
• Summarizes on the research evidence on adaptive/life skills interventions and vocational interventions, along with other topics
Access at https://www.effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/ehc/products/271/1196/CER65_Autism-Young-Adults_20120723.pdf
Transitioning Teens with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Resources and Timeline Planning for Adult Living for Parents and Guardians of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs)
From the Autism Consortium
• This guide is a tool of helpful resources and information on preparing for independence in adulthood in ASD populations
Access at http://www.autismconsortium.org/attachments/Transition_Manual-8.12.pdf
What do We Know About Improving Employment Outcomes for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder? By Carolyn Dudley, David B. Nicholas and Jennifer D. Zwicker
From the SPP Research Paper 2015 Sept 8(32)
• Discusses improving employment outcomes for those living with ASD is an important policy objective and how work opportunities improve quality of life, economic independence, and social integration
Access at https://www.policyschool.ca/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Autism-Employment-Dudley-Nicholas-Zwicker.pdf
When Children with Autism Become Adults By Fred R Volkmar and Julie M Wolf
From World Psychiatry. 2013 Feb; 12(1): 79–80
• Provides research info on the transition to adulthood
Access at https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3619174/