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Storying transition-to-work for/and youth on the autism spectrum in the United States: a critical construct synthesis of academic literature

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Pages 777-797 | Received 17 Jul 2015, Accepted 21 Jun 2016, Published online: 25 Jul 2016

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Review articles, types and categorizations

Intervention stories

  • Allen, Keith D., Dustin P. Wallace, Diana Renes, Scott L. Bowen, and Ray V. Burke. 2010. “Use of Video Modeling to Teach Vocational Skills to Adolescents and Young Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders.” Education & Treatment of Children 33 (3): 339–349.
  • Work=SD, Autism=SA, Worker (situated) on autism spectrum=SA
  • Alpern, Carol S., and Dianne Zager. 2007. “Addressing Communication Needs of Young Adults with Autism in a College-Based Inclusion Program.” Education and Training in Developmental Disabilities 42 (4): 428–436.
  • Work=SD, Autism=SA, Worker (situated) on autism spectrum=SA
  • Burke, Raymond V., Melissa N. Andersen, Scott L. Bowen, Monica R. Howard, and Keith D. Allen. 2010. “Evaluation of Two Instruction Methods to Increase Employment Options for Young Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders.” Research in Developmental Disabilities 31 (6): 1223–1233.
  • Work=SD, Autism=SA, Worker (situated) on autism spectrum=SA
  • Hillier, Ashleigh, Tom Fish, P. Cloppert, and David Q. Beversdorf. 2007. “Outcomes of a Social and Vocational Skills Support Group for Adolescents and Young Adults on the Autism Spectrum.” Focus on Autism & Other Developmental Disabilities 22 (2): 107–115.
  • Work=SD, Autism=SA, Worker (situated) on autism spectrum=SA
  • McClannahan, Lynn E., Gregory S. MacDuff, and Patricia J. Krantz. 2002. “Behavior Analysis and Intervention for Adults with Autism.” Behavior Modification 26 (1): 9–26.
  • Work=SD, Autism=SA, Worker (situated) on autism spectrum=SA
  • Rigsby-Eldredge, Midge, and T. F. McLaughlin. 1992. “The Effects of Modeling and Praise on Self-Initiated Behavior across Settings with Two Adolescent Students with Autism.” Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities 4 (3): 205–218.
  • Work=SD, Autism=SA, Worker (situated) on autism spectrum=SD/A

Intervention story variants

  • Cihak, David F., and Linda Schrader. 2008. “Does the Model Matter? Comparing Video Self-Modeling and Video Adult Modeling for Task Acquisition and Maintenance by Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders.” Journal of Special Education Technology 23 (3): 9–20.
  • Work=SA, Autism=SA, Worker (situated) on autism spectrum=SA
  • Keel, Jill Hinton, Gary B. Mesibov, and Amy V. Woods. 1997. “TEACCH-Supported Employment Program.” Journal of Autism & Developmental Disorders 27 (1): 3–9.
  • Work=SD, Autism=CA, Worker (situated) on autism spectrum=CA

Complex stories

  • Chappel, Sally L., and Beth C. Somers. 2010. “Employing Persons with Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Collaborative Effort.” Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation 32 (2): 117–124.
  • Work=CA, Autism=CA, Worker (situated) on autism spectrum=CA
  • Furniss, Gillian J. 2009. “Art Lessons for a Young Artist with Asperger Syndrome.” Art Education 62 (3): 18–23.
  • Work=CA, Autism=CA, Worker (situated) on autism spectrum=CA
  • Grandin, Temple. 2006. ““Perspectives on Education from a Person on the Autism Spectrum.” Educational Horizons 84 (4): 229–234.
  • Work=CA, Autism=CA, Worker (situated) on autism spectrum=CA
  • Hurlbutt, Karen S., and Beth R. Handler. 2010. “High School Students with Asperger Syndrome: A Career Path Binder Project.” Intervention in School & Clinic 46 (1): 46–50.
  • Work=CA, Autism=CA, Worker (situated) on autism spectrum=CA
  • McDonough, Jennifer T., and Grant Revell. 2010. “Accessing Employment Supports in the Adult System for Transitioning Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorders.” Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation 32 (2): 89–100.
  • Work=CA, Autism=CA, Worker (situated) on autism spectrum=CA
  • Nuehring, Michelle L., and Patricia L. Sitlington. 2003. “Transition as a Vehicle: Moving from High School to an Adult Vocational Service Provider.” Journal of Disability Policy Studies 14 (1): 23–35.
  • Work=CA, Autism=CA, Worker (situated) on autism spectrum=CA

Complex story variants

  • Hendricks, Dawn R., and Paul Wehman. 2009. “Transition from School to Adulthood for Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Review and Recommendations.” Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities 24 (2): 77–88.
  • Work=CA, Autism=C/SA, Worker (situated) on autism spectrum=CA
  • Geller, Lynda L., and Michael Greenberg. 2010. “Managing the Transition Process from High School to College and beyond: Challenges for Individuals, Families, and Society.” Social Work in Mental Health 8 (1): 92–116.
  • Work=CA/D, Autism=SA/D, Worker (situated) on autism spectrum=CA
  • Precin, Pat. 2010. “The Use of Visual Imagery to Enhance Sequencing of Work Tasks.” Work 36 (4): 373–379.
  • Work=CD, Autism=CA, Worker (situated) on autism spectrum=CA

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