Promoting Self-Determination in Young Adults with Autism: A Multicenter, Mixed Methods Study.
Young people with autism have support needs related to self-determination that are currently not adequately addressed in Spain. This study aimed to assess the effectiveness, implementation, and acceptability of a program to support self-determination for young adults with autism in Spain. A multicen...
| Published in: | Journal of Autism & Developmental Disorders Vol. 56; no. 7; pp. 2651 - 2671 |
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| Format: | research tables/charts randomized controlled trial Journal Article |
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Springer Nature
Jul2026
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