An approach to supporting young people with autism spectrum disorder and high anxiety to re-engage with formal education - the impact on young people and their families

Preece, D. and Howley, M. (2018) An approach to supporting young people with autism spectrum disorder and high anxiety to re-engage with formal education - the impact on young people and their families. International Journal of Adolescence and Youth. , 468–481. 2164-4527.

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Abstract:	School refusal is an important factor impacting upon poor outcomes for adolescents and youth. Individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) experience characteristic difficulties regarding social interaction and communication, rigidity of thinking and sensory sensitivities. These difficulties, coupled with the heightened anxiety that many on the spectrum experience, place them at particular risk of school refusal. This study investigates activity undertaken in one UK local authority, where provision was developed to help such students to re-engage with formal education. Data were collected at three points through the first year of the provision’s existence. Findings show all students were successfully supported to attend the provision and re-engage with formal education. Factors supportive of re-engagement are presented and considered in the light of an ecological model of support for school refusers and what is considered as ‘good practice’ in autism education. It is suggested that the factors identified are indicative of good practice across both areas of activity.
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Autism spectrum disorder, anxiety, school refusal
Creators:	Preece, David and Howley, Marie
Faculties, Divisions and Institutes:	University Faculties, Divisions and Research Centres - OLD > Research Centre > Centre for Education and Research Research Centres > Centre for Education and Research
Date:	30 January 2018
Date Type:	Publication
Page Range:	468–481
Journal or Publication Title:	International Journal of Adolescence and Youth
Number of Pages:	14
Language:	English
DOI:	https://doi.org/10.1080/02673843.2018.1433695
ISSN:	2164-4527
Status:	Published / Disseminated
Refereed:	Yes
URI:	http://nectar.northampton.ac.uk/id/eprint/11104

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