ICPS

2021 APS Virtual Convention · 2021

Parenting Children with Autism Together: Evaluating the Effectiveness of a Comprehensive Parent Program

Virtual · May 2021

Posters · Research Proposal

  • Nicole Tibbits
    Midwestern University
  • Kate Jansen
    Midwestern University

Abstract

Parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) experience depression, poor family cohesion, and a lack of social support due to their child’s behaviors and needs. This study will evaluate the effectiveness of a comprehensive parent program using CBT and social support building.