The Core Elements of Strength-Based Technology Programs for Youth on the Autism Spectrum: A Systematic Review of Qualitative EvidenceShow others and affiliations
2023 (English)In: Review Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, ISSN 2195-7177, Vol. 10, p. 441-457Article, review/survey (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]
Strength-based programs that incorporate technology have gained increasing popularity as an approach to improve outcomes for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Despite this, the core elements of strength-based technology programs remain poorly described. This study aimed to identify the core elements of strength-based technology programs for youth with ASD through a systematic review of the literature. Electronic databases were searched for qualitative studies delivering strength-based technology-driven interventions to youth on the spectrum. Ten of the 874 studies identified met the criteria. Qualitative analysis revealed three core elements of strength-based technology programs for this population: mutual respect, demonstrating skills, and interests. The findings underpin the design of future strength-based technology programs for youth with ASD.
Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
Springer, 2023. Vol. 10, p. 441-457
Keywords [en]
Autism spectrum disorder, Strength-based approach, Meta-ethnography, Qualitative research, Computer coding, Technology programs
National Category
Psychiatry
Identifiers
URN: urn:nbn:se:hj:diva-55893DOI: 10.1007/s40489-022-00302-0ISI: 000750294900001Scopus ID: 2-s2.0-85123959863Local ID: HOA;;796108OAI: oai:DiVA.org:hj-55893DiVA, id: diva2:1637645
2022-02-142022-02-142023-09-07Bibliographically approved