Occupations and Quality of Life of Families with Children with ASD: A Survey

<p>In recent literature, it has been suggested that families with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) have diminished Quality of Life particularly in the areas of social interaction and family outings (Lee et al., 2008). The purpose of this study is to describe quality of life and occupations engaged in along with demographic features of families with children with an ASD. Data was collected utilizing a survey methods, a convenience sample received a questionnaire packet containing: Flanagan Quality of Life Scale, demographic survey and Occupational Checklist. Twenty-two families participated in the study. Descriptive statistics suggested that families with children with an ASD do self-report a diminished Quality of life along with limited occupational engagement. </p>

Name thesis:degree_name

Master of Science (MS)

Level thesis:degree_level

Master's

Discipline thesis:degree_discipline

Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy

Grantor dc:publisher

Eastern Kentucky University

Year

2011

Author dc:creator

• Vaughn, Rebecca

• ASD
• autism
• families
• Occupational Therapy

Statement dc:rights

• Copyright 2011 Rebecca Vaughn

Repository record dc:identifier

https://encompass.eku.edu/etd/26

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:encompass.eku.edu:etd-1025