Degree Type
Dissertation
Date of Award
2012
Degree Name
Doctor of Philosophy
Department
Human Development and Family Studies
First Advisor
Gayle Luze
Abstract
Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) have been considered an uncommon childhood disorder, but now they are estimated as one of the most prevalent types of developmental disabilities. Although people are more aware of ASDs, many questions remain. The purpose of this phenomenological study is to explore three issues: parents' of young children diagnosed with ASDs perceptions of supports thought to be effective in addressing stress, practitioners' views of interventions, and parents' and interventionists' perceptions of the structure of the home visit used in Early Intervention. Interviews and observations were used to collect data, and findings from this are presented in the context of existing research literature. Implications and recommendations for future research are provided.
Copyright Owner
Jason Peck
Copyright Date
2012
Language
en
Date Available
2012-10-31
File Format
application/pdf
File Size
127 pages
Recommended Citation
Peck, Jason, "Parents' and practitioners' perceptions of supports, interventions, and the home visiting process used in early intervention" (2012). Graduate Theses and Dissertations. 12429.
https://lib.dr.iastate.edu/etd/12429
