Perceived challenges, support and employability of individuals with high-functioning autism and down syndrome
The study explored the challenges faced, support received and employability of individuals with high-functioning autism and Down syndrome as perceived by their parents, siblings, teachers and therapist, and showed how the challenges and received support affect the individuals' employability. In...
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| Language: | English |
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Animo Repository
2015
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| Online Access: | https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/etd_bachelors/18112 |
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| Institution: | De La Salle University |
| Language: | English |
| Summary: | The study explored the challenges faced, support received and employability of individuals with high-functioning autism and Down syndrome as perceived by their parents, siblings, teachers and therapist, and showed how the challenges and received support affect the individuals' employability. Interview method was implemented in order to collect data, and a semi-structured interview questionnaire was utilized. Thematic analysis was used to analyze the gathered data, wherein themes were produced from the results. Results show that the challenges faced by individuals with high-functioning autism and Down syndrome center mostly around their disability and the societal perception and attitude towards them. Support from the family and institutions like special education schools, non-government organizations, and the government itself greatly contributed to the development of the individuals with HFA and DS. It was shown that these given factors do have an effect on preparing a child for employment. However, it is prevalent from the responses gathered that the stigma towards these individuals' conditions leaves a big impact when it comes to accepting them in the society, which in turn affects their non-employability potential. |
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