Adult Employment Assistance Services for Persons with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Effects on Employment Outcomes

Adult Employment Assistance Services for Persons with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Effects on Employment Outcomes

Published: Mar 09, 2012
Publisher: Campbell Systematic Reviews, vol. 5, Oslo, Norway: The Campbell Collaboration

Authors

John D. Westbrook

Chad Nye

Carlton J. Fong

Judith T. Wan

Tara Cortopassi

Frank H. Martin

This systematic review of the research on the effectiveness of adult employment assistance interventions for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) found two quasi-experimental studies that met inclusion criteria. However, the review was not able to identify definitive interventions that predictably and positively supported the development of employment outcomes for individuals with ASD. Qualitative studies and other relevant research studies were also reviewed. While qualitative studies point to a number of promising issues for future research, they do not provide a definitive statement about what works.

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