| The quality of life of young men with Asperger syndrome: a brief report. | |
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PMID: 16908482 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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Factors influencing quality of life for persons with Asperger syndrome are not yet understood. Men, ages 18 to 21, completed the World Health Organization Quality Of Life measure, the Perceived Support Network Inventory, and a semi-structured interview. Asperger syndrome affects quality of life beyond the obvious social impact. The 12 men with Asperger syndrome reported a significantly lower social and physical quality of life than did the 13 men in the control group. Education, living arrangements, and number of friends were remarkably similar between groups. Those with Asperger syndrome had less positive employment experiences and showed more preference for solitary activities. Interventions need to be based on a holistic model. |
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Authors:
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Marieke Jennes-Coussens; Joyce Magill-Evans; Cyndie Koning |
Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Autism : the international journal of research and practice Volume: 10 ISSN: 1362-3613 ISO Abbreviation: Autism Publication Date: 2006 Jul |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2006-08-15 Completed Date: 2006-09-26 Revised Date: - |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 9713494 Medline TA: Autism Country: England |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 403-14 Citation Subset: IM |
Affiliation:
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Artevelde Hogeschool Gent, Belgium. |
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Adolescent Adult Asperger Syndrome / psychology* Female Humans Male Quality of Life / psychology* Questionnaires* |
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