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Families FORWARD: Development of a Family-Based Transition Planning Program for Culturally-Diverse Youth on the Autism Spectrum
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Families FORWARD (Focusing on Relationships, Well-being, and Responsibility aheaD) for Autism Spectrum Disorder and Family Relations. Completed, enrolled 27 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The goal of this clinical study is to develop a community-based program to support family members of transition-aged youth on the autism spectrum to help them plan for the future. The main aims of the study are: 1. To develop the Families FORWARD program 2. To conduct proof-of-concept testing of the Families FORWARD program Participants will complete surveys before and after participating in the program and will participate in exit interviews at the end of the program.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Families FORWARD aims to engage families in planning for adulthood earlier and more actively. Program skills include communication and problem-solving; guided practice in setting realistic goals, breaking down goals into incremental action steps, and problem-solving barriers to goal attainment; repeated engagement in future-oriented communication; and training on how to navigate transition-related and adult services. Parents/caregivers will participate in six or seven telehealth sessions (60-75 minutes each). Youth on the autism spectrum will have the option of participating in up to three program sessions to increase collaborative planning within the family. Families will identify and work toward individualized transition planning goals that may fall within any area of planning or functioning (e.g., housing, education, guardianship).