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What does success m...
What does success mean for autistic men? A narrative exploration of self-determination
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Webster, A. A. (författare)
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- Garvis, Susanne, 1981 (författare)
- Gothenburg University,Göteborgs universitet,Institutionen för pedagogik, kommunikation och lärande,Department of Education, Communication and Learning
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(creator_code:org_t)
- 2020-07-28
- 2020
- Engelska.
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Ingår i: Autism and Developmental Language Impairments. - : SAGE Publications. - 2396-9415. ; 5
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Abstract
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- Background: Studies involving autistic adults have often focused on negative outcomes and quality of life ratings. Aims: This study provides a different viewpoint by examining the perspectives of autistic men who consider themselves to be successful. Methods: Data were gathered from 10 men who shared their experiences and perceptions regarding their journey to achieve success. Self-determination theory provided a useful lens for examining the men’s narratives and understanding the factors that led to their success. Results: Analysis of interviews revealed four main themes: (1) being my own self, (2) a competent professional, (3) solving problems in a neurotypical world, and (4) relating and connecting. These themes reflect the men’s perception of their own self-determination including their autonomy, competence, and relatedness with others. Conclusions: The men’s sense of success was derived from their ability to achieve competence in their work, act without help or influence from others and demonstrate a high level of self-awareness and self-reflection. Despite this, many continued to experience difficulty in the social areas of their lives. Implications: These findings suggest that self-determination theory may present an alternative and more positive means of enacting support programs for autistic individuals, and males in particular. © The Author(s) 2020.
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- SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP -- Annan samhällsvetenskap (hsv//swe)
- SOCIAL SCIENCES -- Other Social Sciences (hsv//eng)
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- Agency
- autism spectrum disorders
- men
- self-determination
- success
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