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Dimensions of object relations in people with autism spectrum disorder as a basis for strengthening social relatedness skills
Parallel titleDimenzije objektnih odnosov pri osebah z avtističnimi motnjami kot podlaga za krepitev veščin socialne povezanosti
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SourceCEPS Journal 14 (2024) 2, S. 197-217 ZDB
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ISSN2232-2647; 1855-9719; 22322647; 18559719
LanguageEnglish
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Abstract (English):This paper presents the results of a study focusing on the dimensions of object relations in people with autism spectrum disorder. An object relation denotes a relationship with a significant other, within which several identification processes take place through a meaningful emotional exchange. This is described by the developmental process of separation and individuation, which primarily occurs in children from birth to their third year of life. Although deficits in social relationships represent the most typical features of autism, the author hypothesised that differences in the characteristics of object relations in people with autism spectrum disorder compared to the characteristics of object relations in people without autism spectrum disorder are reflected in a greater expression of disturbances in object relations, especially in the more pronounced dimensions of greater social isolation and symbiotic merging. The quantitative research sample comprised 38 adults with autism spectrum disorder with normal intellectual abilities and 100 adults without autism spectrum disorder. The Test of Object Relations, which measures the individual dimensions of object relations, was used for data collection. The results show that there are statistically significant differences between the two groups of respondents, as the dimensions of symbiotic merging, social isolation and separation anxiety are more pronounced in adults with autism spectrum disorder. These findings serve as a basis for designing professional support for people with autism spectrum disorder in order to promote autonomy to strengthen the skills needed for social relatedness and social inclusion. (DIPF/Orig.)
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Date of publication23.07.2024
CitationRogič Ožek, Simona: Dimensions of object relations in people with autism spectrum disorder as a basis for strengthening social relatedness skills - In: CEPS Journal 14 (2024) 2, S. 197-217 - URN: urn:nbn:de:0111-pedocs-303848 - DOI: 10.25656/01:30384; 10.26529/cepsj.1556
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