4a-2 Etiology, Treatment, and Services for People with Autism: Adolescent to Young Adulthood Including Transition and Career Readiness
Project Description:
Evidence-based Practices in Academic, Social and Adaptive Functioning Including Transition and Career Readiness
Dr. Solomon is examining, as part of our Autism Center of Excellence (PI: Amaral), better ways to detect anxiety in children with ASD and determine whether cognitive behavioral therapy or medication can better alleviate symptoms. At least 50% of children with ASD exhibit clinically significant anxiety symptoms. She is also beginning to examine community adaptation of an intervention to support competitive integrated employment for adults with autism. The goal of the program is to promote social and vocational functioning, community engagement, and self-care. In addition, Dr. Lindstrom, who came to UC Davis in 2017 as Dean of the School of Education and a CEDD faculty member, conducts research focusing on college and career readiness for students with ASD and DD. Her research is based in community partnership and focuses on underserved populations of girls with autism and individuals living in poverty.
Core Function(s):
Performing Research or Evaluation
Area of Emphasis
Health-Related Activities, Quality of Life
Target Audience:
Students/Trainees (long or intermediate trainees), Community Trainees / Short term trainees, Professionals and Para-Professionals, Family Members/Caregivers, Adults with Disabilities, Children/Adolescents with Disabilities/SHCN, Legislators/Policy Makers, General Public
Unserved or Under-served Populations:
Racial or Ethnic Minorities, Disadvantaged Circumstances, Limited English, Geographic Areas
Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:
Another State, Single-County, Mulit-County, State, Regional, National, International
COVID-19 Related Data:
N/A
