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Project

Effectiveness of a Virtual Coach Application in Social Skills Training for Teens with ASD

Center:

CA-Tarjan Center UCLA, UCEDD

Fiscal Year:

2013

Contact Information:

Elizabeth Laugeson
[email protected]
310-267-3370

Project Description:

This study is testing the efficacy of improving social functioning of transitional youth 18-24 years of age with autism spectrum disorders using a virtual coach mobile application through a randomized controlled trial.

Keyword(s):

Coach, Autism, Research, Social Skills, Social Functioning, Youth

Core Function(s):

Performing Research or Evaluation

Area of Emphasis

Quality Assurance, Education & Early Intervention, Quality of Life

Target Audience:

Students/Trainees (long or intermediate trainees), Community Trainees / Short term trainees, Professionals and Para-Professionals, Family Members/Caregivers

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Specific Groups

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

National, International

Funding Source:

COVID-19 Related Data:

N/A

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