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Perceived self-efficacy in parents of adolescents and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder 

Weiss, Jonathan; Tint, Ami; Paquette-Smith, Melissa; Lunsky, Yona (Sage Publishing, 2016)
Many parents of adolescents and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) experience difficulty accessing appropriate services for their children, and may report low levels of parent self-efficacy. In an effort to identify ...
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Comparative Effects of Mindfulness and Support and Information Group Interventions for Parents of Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Other Developmental Disabilities 

Lunsky, Yona; Hastings, Richard; Weiss, Jonathan; Palucka, Anna M.; Hutton, Sue; White, Karen (Springer US, 03/04/2017)
This study evaluated two community based interventions for parents of adults with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities. Parents in the mindfulness group reported significant reductions in psychological ...
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Plugged in: Electronics use in youth and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder 

MacMullin, Jennifer A.; Lunsky, Yona; Weiss, Jonathan (Sage Publishing, 01/01/2016)
Although electronic technology currently plays an integral role for most youth, there are growing concerns of its excessive and compulsive use. The current study documents patterns and impact of electronics use in individuals ...
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Experiences of Families of Individuals with Intellectual Disability and Psychiatric Disorder 

Syeda, Maisha; Weiss, Jonathan; Lunsky, Yona (Ontario Association on Developmental Disabilities, 2011-11)
Caring for individuals with intellectual disability often results in stressful experiences for family caregivers, even leading to crisis in some cases. This paper uses the Brief Family Distress Scale (BFDS) to assess the ...
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The Relationship Between Social Acceptance, Problem Behaviours, and Social Skills as Perceived by Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorders 

Viecili, Michelle A.; Weiss, Jonathan; Lunsky, Yona; Shupak, Stephen (Ontario Association on Developmental Disabilities, 2010-11)
The current study examined the relationships among social acceptance and perceived social skills, internalizing and externalizing behaviours, and friendships in youth with autism spectrum disorders. Forty participants aged ...
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A Review of Emergency Visits made by Youth and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder from the Parent Perspective 

Lunsky, Yona; Tint, Ami; Weiss, Jonathan; Palucka, Anna; Bradley, Elspeth (Emerald Publishing, 2018)
Purpose: Past research has shown individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) visit hospital emergency departments (ED) at high rates. In order to assist individuals with ASD, their families and health care providers ...
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Prevalence and Impact of Significant Life Events for Adults with Asperger Syndrome 

Milovanov, Alexander; Paquette-Smith, Melissa; Lunsky, Yona; Weiss, Jonathan (Ontario Association on Developmental Disabilities, 2013)
Little is known about the significant life events experienced by adults with Asperger syndrome (AS), though these may result in psychiatric illness. This study looks at the prevalence and types of significant life experiences ...
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Child, parent, and service predictors of psychotropic polypharmacy among adolescents and young adults with an autism spectrum disorder 

Lake, Johanna K.; Weiss, Jonathan; Dergal, J.; Lunsky, Yona (Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. publishers, 2014-11)
Objectives: This study examined the child, parent, and service factors associated with polypharmacy in adolescents and young adults with ASD. Methods: As part of an online survey examining health service utilization patterns ...
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Empowerment and Parent Gain as Mediators and Moderators of Distress in Mothers of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders 

Weiss, Jonathan; MacMullin, Jennifer A.; Lunsky, Yona (Spring International Publishing, 2015-07)
Mothers of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) experience considerable amounts of distress and experiences of crisis. The Family Adjustment and Adaptation Response model provides a theory for understanding the ...
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Defining crisis in families of individuals with autism spectrum disorders 

Weiss, Jonathan; Wingsiong, Aranda; Lunsky, Yona (SAGE Publications, 2014-11)
Parents of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder often report higher levels of depression, anxiety, and mental health–related issues. The combination of stressors and family adjustment difficulties can cause ...
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