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Current Autism Research
Research on Recreational Programs


About the "Current Autism Research" feature:
"Current Autism Research" lists articles about autism that have been recently published. To read these articles, subscriptions to the journals in which they are published can be purchased. However, this can become expensive, and another way to obtain these articles is through local college and university libraries. Many of these libraries contain a section entitled, "Periodicals," or something similar, and the journals may be found there in alphabetical order. Often, copies can be made, or you can simply read the journal at the library and take notes. This is a great way for parents, teachers, families, and others to stay current on trends in autism research, and may help you discover new strategies for home, school, or community goals.

Note: A listing of research here does not imply an endorsement of the methods or procedures by Positively Autism. Please thoroughly research any program or method that you are considering, obtaining any necessary help from professionals familiar with your situation.

Title: "Collaborating to Support Meaningful Participation in Recreational Activities of Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder"

Author(s): Marie-Christine Potvin, Patricia A. Prelock, and Laurie Snider

Journal: Topics in Language Disorders

Issue: October-December 2008 (Volume 28, Issue 4)


Title: "A Multipurpose Fitness Playground for Individuals with Autism: Ideas for Design and Use"

Author(s): Kristi Sayers Menear, Shannon C. Smith, and Shane Lanier

Journal: JOPERD: The Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance

Issue: November 2006 (Volume 77, Issue 9)


Title: "Brief Report: Designing a Playground for Children with Autistic Spectrum Disorders––Effects on Playful Peer Interactions"

Author(s): Nicola Yuill, Sara Strieth, Caroline Roake, Ruth Aspden, and Brenda Todd

Journal: Journal of Autism & Developmental Disorders

Issue: July 2007 (Volume 37, Issue 6)


Title: "Social Skills Assessment of Children with Autism in Free-play Situations"

Author(s): Angelika Anderson, Dennis W. Moore, Rebecca Godfrey, and Claire Fletcher-Flinn

Journal: Autism: The International Journal of Research & Practice

Issue: December 2004 (Volume 8, Issue 4)


Title: "Communication Intervention on the Playground: A Case Study on Teaching Requesting to a Young Child with Autism"

Author(s): Jeff Sigafoos and Rachel Littlewood

Journal: International Journal of Disability, Development & Education

Issue: September 1999 (Volume 46, Issue 3)


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