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The purpose of this phenomenological study was to obtain caregivers’ perspectives on the impact of the sensory environment on participation in daily activities of their young children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). SSSFT staff - You can request a copy of this article by replying to this email. Please ensure you are clear which article you are requesting.
International Journal of Play Therapy26.3 (Jul 2017): 160-171.
Research to investigate the efficiency, appropriateness, and feasibility of a directive play therapy approach for children with complex needs must consider methodological issues that impact on internal and external validity. This paper discusses methodological issues that arose when research was concerned with a directive play therapy approach called Learn to Play Therapy with children with autism and related disorders. To read the full article, log in using your NHS OpenAthens details.
Parents of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may have difficulty engaging their children through play, thus affecting the parent–child relationship and parental self-efficacy. This study intended to examine children’s sensory profile and adults’ playfulness as predictors of parental self-efficacy. You can request a copy of this article by replying to this email. Please ensure you are clear which article you are requesting.