SOCIALIZATION FOR DISABLED ASD YOUNG ADULTS
Disabled young adults with autism and Asperger between the ages of 16-28 engage in social activities like joining a social group or activities like special sporting teams or camps. Disabled individuals with ASD experience a significant amount of social isolation. Most of them do not have many friends and are rarely invited to social activities. Impaired communication skills and dysfunctional cognitive skills increase the chances of being socially isolated. Creating opportunities for engaging in social activities in these individuals helps improve quality of life and lessens the levels and impacts of social isolation.
Disabled ASD young adults between the ages of 16-28 are involved in social activities like engaging special sports, camping, and other civic activities in the community. The individuals can play in social therapy games with their peers, where they can also get a chance to acquire other social skills like tips on dating (Wong et al., 2015). Disabled individuals with autism and Asperger can also join after-school or community-based groups, special sports teams, or fan groups for creative writing, anime, or groups for science fiction.
Young adults with ASD and physical disabilities have difficulties with communication skills, social interaction, and stereotyped behavioral patterns that affect their level of engagement in social activities (Watkins et al., 2015). Individuals have fewer opportunities to engage in physical and social activities. Disabled individuals in wheelchairs have difficulties with mobility and physical strength to engage in some activities. Therefore, their level of engagement in social activities is limited. However, engagement in social activities can be improved by encouraging structured physical activities and hiring more staff to help individuals acquire social skills and participation in other interactive activities.
In conclusion, disabled young adults with ASD engage in social activities like special sports activities and camping. Impaired social and communication skills limit their level of socialization. Disabled people with ASD should be encouraged to join special social groups and engage in interactive physical activities to reduce social isolation and encourage socialization.
References
Watkins, L., O’Reilly, M., Kuhn, M., Gevarter, C., Lancioni, G. E., Sigafoos, J., & Lang, R. (2015). A review of peer-mediated social interaction interventions for students with autism in inclusive settings. Journal of autism and developmental disorders, 45(4), 1070-1083.
Wong, C., Odom, S. L., Hume, K. A., Cox, A. W., Fettig, A., Kucharczyk, S., … & Schultz, T. R. (2015). Evidence-based practices for children, youth, and young adults with autism spectrum disorder: A comprehensive review. Journal of autism and developmental disorders, 45(7), 1951-1966.