The Autistic Child and Family Functioning: A Developmental-Family Systems Perspective.

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Title: The Autistic Child and Family Functioning: A Developmental-Family Systems Perspective.
Language: English
Authors: Morgan, Sam B.
Source: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. Jun 1988 18(2):263-280.
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 18
Publication Date: 1988
Document Type: Journal Articles
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Descriptors: Autism, Family Environment, Family Relationship, Family Role, Interpersonal Communication, Mother Attitudes, Parent Child Relationship, Parent Role, Social Support Groups
Abstract: A review of research focuses on the autistic child's influence on the functioning and interactions of family members. Resources associated with successful family adaptation to the autistic child include degree of cohesion, expressiveness, and active recreational orientation, as well as the mother's perception of adequacy of family support. (JW)
Journal Code: CIJDEC1988
Entry Date: 1988
Accession Number: EJ375085
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:A review of research focuses on the autistic child's influence on the functioning and interactions of family members. Resources associated with successful family adaptation to the autistic child include degree of cohesion, expressiveness, and active recreational orientation, as well as the mother's perception of adequacy of family support. (JW)