Online ISSN: 2325-7466
2006
Triannual
National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET)
United States

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Social Issues Surrounding the Adolescent with Asperger Syndrome: Perceptions of Parents and Teachers

  • Karen Hurlbutt, Ph.D. (Author) Minnesota State University, Mankato image/svg+xml
  • Elaine LaPlante (Author) Minnesota State University, Mankato
DOI
https://doi.org/10.64546/jaasep.107
Abstract
The purpose of this qualitative study, a focused case study of a community, was to investigate the perceptions and experiences of three parents and three teachers regarding social issues of adolescents with Asperger Syndrome (AS). The study revealed that, in this small, rural community, students with AS are supported by their peers, appear to be content with who they are, and the parents and teachers foster a positive social climate that promotes acceptance and understanding.
Keywords
Parent Attitudes, Interpersonal Competence, Teacher Attitudes, Case Studies, Asperger Syndrome, Interviews
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How to Cite
Hurlbutt, K., & LaPlante, E. (2010). Social Issues Surrounding the Adolescent with Asperger Syndrome: Perceptions of Parents and Teachers. Journal of the American Academy of Special Education Professionals, 5(2), 82-95. https://doi.org/10.64546/jaasep.107

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  • Article Type Articles
  • Submitted May 13, 2010
  • Published June 15, 2010
  • Issue Spring/Summer 2010
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