Social and Language Development Interventions Regarding Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Year 2024, Volume: 6 Issue: 1, 65 - 86, 14.08.2024

Dionysios Trikoilis , Kalliopi Billiri

https://doi.org/10.37233/TRSPED.2024.0147

Abstract

Every person with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is unique and faces challenges with communication, repetitive behaviors, and social interaction. Speech and language development are among the key areas affected by ASD. Speech therapy plays a crucial role in the lives of individuals with autism. Communication is central to human interaction, and people with ASD often struggle to effectively express their needs, thoughts, and feelings. This paper explores the importance of speech language and social skills improvement for adolescents on the autism spectrum, focusing on the goals and techniques that help them overcome communication barriers. The improvements in these areas enhance social interactions, boost academic performance, and increase independence. The paper also discusses considerations for designing intervention programs for individuals with autism and provides recommendations for practice. Moreover, recommendations for future research are provided.

Keywords

Interventions, Adolescents, Social Development, Language Development, Autism

Ethical Statement

Hereby, I Dionysios Trikoilis consciously assure that for the manuscript I submit the following is fulfilled: 1) This material is the authors' own original work, which has not been previously published elsewhere. 2) The paper is not currently being considered for publication elsewhere. 3) The paper reflects the authors' own research and analysis in a truthful and complete manner. 4) The paper properly credits the meaningful contributions of co-authors. 5) The results are appropriately placed in the context of prior and existing research. 6) All sources used are properly disclosed (correct citation). 7) All authors have been personally and actively involved in substantial work leading to the paper, and will take public responsibility for its content.

Supporting Institution

University of Nicosia

Otizm Spektrum Bozukluğu Olan Ergenlere Yönelik Sosyal Beceri ve Dil Gelişimi Müdahaleleri

Abstract

Otizm spektrum bozukluğu (OSB) olan her birey benzersizdir. Ancak, bu bireylerin birçoğu iletişim, tekrarlayan davranışlar ve sosyal etkileşim konularında farklı düzeylerde zorluklar yaşarlar. Konuşma ve dil gelişimi, OSB'den etkilenen temel alanlar arasındadır. Dil ve konuşma terapisi, otizmli bireylerin yaşamlarında çok önemli bir rol oynar. İletişim, insan etkileşiminin merkezinde yer alır ve OSB'li bireyler genellikle ihtiyaçlarını, düşüncelerini ve duygularını etkili bir şekilde ifade etmekte zorlanırlar. Bu makale, iletişim engellerini aşmalarına yardımcı olan hedef ve tekniklere odaklanarak, otizm spektrum bozukluğu olan ergenler için konuşma dili ve sosyal becerilerin geliştirilmesinin önemini incelemeyi amaçlamaktadır. Dil ve konuşma alanında yaşadıkları gelişmeler otizmli bireylerin sosyal etkileşimleri geliştirir, akademik performansını destekler ve bağımsızlığını artırır. Makalede ayrıca otizmli bireylere yönelik müdahale programlarının tasarlanmasında dikkat edilmesi gereken hususlar tartışılmakta ve uygulamaya yönelik öneriler sunulmaktadır. Ayrıca, gelecekteki araştırmalar için öneriler de sunulmaktadır.

Keywords

Müdahaleler, ergenler, sosyal gelişim, dil gelişimi, otizm.

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