Group Virtual Mindfulness-Based Intervention for Parents of Autistic Adolescents and Adults
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| Title: | Group Virtual Mindfulness-Based Intervention for Parents of Autistic Adolescents and Adults |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Lunsky, Y. (ORCID |
| Source: | Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. Nov 2021 51(11):3959-3969. |
| Availability: | Springer. Available from: Springer Nature. One New York Plaza, Suite 4600, New York, NY 10004. Tel: 800-777-4643; Tel: 212-460-1500; Fax: 212-460-1700; e-mail: customerservice@springernature.com; Web site: https://link.springer.com/ |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 11 |
| Publication Date: | 2021 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Descriptors: | Group Therapy, Metacognition, Stress Management, Intervention, Mental Health, Parents, Caregivers, Adolescents, Adults, Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Synchronous Communication, Cognitive Restructuring, Virtual Classrooms, Participant Satisfaction, Foreign Countries |
| Geographic Terms: | Canada |
| DOI: | 10.1007/s10803-020-04835-3 |
| ISSN: | 0162-3257 |
| Abstract: | Mindfulness-based approaches have been shown to be effective in improving the mental health of parents of youth and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities, but prior work suggests that geography and caregiving demands can make in-person attendance challenging. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the feasibility, acceptability and preliminary outcomes of a mindfulness-based group intervention delivered to parents virtually. It was feasible to deliver this manualized intervention. Twenty-one of 39 parents completed the intervention and completers reported high satisfaction ratings. Parents reported reduced levels of distress, maintained at 3-month follow-up, and increased mindfulness. Changes reported following intervention were similar to changes reported in a prior study of parents competing an in person mindfulness group. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2021 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1312887 |
| Database: | ERIC |
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