Researchers from Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) and Parc Taulí University Hospital have developed a mobile application, TEAppAutism, offering insightful information and advice for individuals who engage with people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
The content in the app is based on comprehensive scientific analysis and clinical experience from professionals treating ASD.
The app, available on Android and iOS, features a series of videos from accredited professionals that can be helpful for family members, friends, educators, and healthcare providers of individuals with ASD.
Marta Aymerich, director of the UOC’s eHealth Center, commented on the value of the app, stating, “this application’s greatest value lies in the fact that it was created together with end users, who guided us until we achieved a tool that we hope will be very useful.”
As part of the AUTAPP project, the research team conducted a systematic review of scientific papers published in the past ten years on psychosocial interventions for ASD.
They discovered that many of the studies were lacking in terms of methodological quality, leading the team to provide five methodology-related recommendations for more valid and rigorous research.
These included the use of more homogeneous participant groups in terms of cognitive ability, the use of blinding and randomization, the consideration of varying durations and frequencies of interventions, implementing follow-up programs, and establishing international consensus on diagnostic tools for ASD.
The researchers’ analysis also concluded that the majority of the studies focused on communication and social interaction, with targeted interventions such as PEERS and social skills training demonstrating effectiveness in enhancing the social interaction and communication skills of people with ASD.
Additionally, cognitive behavioral therapy and sensory integration therapy with sensory-motor stimulation proved effective in reducing repetitive behaviors.
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