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Transition Programs To Facilitate Employment For Young Adults With Autism Spectrum Disorder, Lillian I. Usen
Transition Programs To Facilitate Employment For Young Adults With Autism Spectrum Disorder, Lillian I. Usen
Anthropology
It is well-documented in the literature that individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) have difficulty transitioning from school to the workforce. This group experiences challenges adjusting to the expectations of the workforce and a high unemployment rate is reported among adults with ASD. There are several notable barriers that inhibit adults with ASD from achieving gainful employment: inadequate preparation for the demands of the workforce, especially along vocational and social skill domains, are likely impacting this issue. Deficits in social skills and communication are reported as key factors that contribute to low employment and low employment skill retention among individuals …