Brief Report: Character Strengths in Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder Without Intellectual Impairment

Kirchner, Jennifer; Ruch, Willibald; Dziobek, Isabel

doi:10.1007/s10803-016-2865-7

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“…They found a few significant differences, with people with ASC more likely to have creativity as a key strength, and with more common strengths in those without ASC described as love (defined as "valuing close relationships with others" [46] (Table 1)) and humour. However, they found no significant differences in the presence of twenty-one other character strengths [44].…”

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“…It is also important to remember that in many areas people with ASC have no advantages or deficits compared to neuro-typical people and perform in very similar ways. For example, Kirchner et al [44] analysed character strengths, using the Values in Action Inventory [45], in individuals with and without a diagnosis of autism. They found a few significant differences, with people with ASC more likely to have creativity as a key strength, and with more common strengths in those without ASC described as love (defined as "valuing close relationships with others" [46] (Table 1)) and humour.…”

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Should Autism Spectrum Conditions Be Characterised in a More Positive Way in Our Modern World?

2020

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In a special issue that focuses on complex presentations related to Autism, we ask the question in this editorial whether an Autism Spectrum Condition without complexity is a disorder, or whether it represents human diversity? Much research into Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASCs) over the years has focused on comparisons between neuro-typical people and people with Autism Spectrum Conditions. These comparisons have tended to draw attention to 'deficits' in cognitive abilities and descriptions of behaviours that are characterised as unwanted. Not surprisingly, this is reflected in the classification systems from the World Health Organisation and the American Psychiatric Association. Public opinion about ASC may be influenced by presentations in the media of those with ASC who also have intellectual disability. Given that diagnostic systems are intended to help us better understand conditions in order to seek improved outcomes, we propose a more constructive approach to descriptions that uses more positive language, and balances descriptions of deficits with research finding of strengths and differences. We propose that this will be more helpful to individuals on the Autism Spectrum, both in terms of individual self-view, but also in terms of how society views Autism Spectrum Conditions more positively. Commentary has also been made on guidance that has been adjusted for people with ASC in relation to the current COVID-19 pandemic.

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Section: Strengths and Skills Of People With Ascmentioning

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Should Autism Spectrum Conditions Be Characterised in a More Positive Way in Our Modern World?

2020

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“…Adults with ASD have many strengths that can contribute to job performance, such as attention to detail, logical reasoning, reliability, and focus (Kirchner et al, 2016;Lorenz & Heinitz, 2014). Some managers have also expressed positive opinions on integrating employees with ASD, even when they needed considerable support to function in the workplace (Hagner & Cooney, 2005).…”

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Program Evaluation of a Community Organization Offering Supported Employment Services for Adults with Autism

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Lanovaz²

2020

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Background: Individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have an employment rate well below the general population. One potential solution to address this issue is the implementation of supported employment services. The purpose of our study was to evaluate a Canadian community supported employment program designed for individuals with ASD without an intellectual disability. Method: Thirty-seven individuals with ASD, who were receiving services from a local community agency (Action Main d’Oeuvre) providing supported employment services, participated in the study. The research team monitored the characteristics of the participants, the services rendered, and outcomes measures related to employment.Results: Despite high levels of comorbid mental health issues, our results indicated that 62.1% of individuals obtained paid employment within 12 months. Furthermore, participants with post-secondary education found jobs related to their degree or requiring specialized skills. Maintaining employment was a greater challenge and continuing support may be required. Conclusions: The study suggests that the employment services may have supported the participants in finding a job. However, collaboration is essential to address mental health issues in job seekers with ASD, which appeared to hinder job search and maintenance.

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“…Studies examining personality disorder comorbidity in adults with ASD found high prevalence rates for especially cluster A and C personality disorders [ 22 , [25] , [26] , [27] ], ranging from 48% [ 27 ] to 62% [ 25 ]. To our knowledge, Kirchner et al [ 28 ] were among the first to examine character strengths in adults with ASD, finding open-mindedness, authenticity, love of learning, creativity and fairness as the most frequent signature strengths.…”

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Temperament and character in men with autism spectrum disorder: A reanalysis of scores on the Temperament and Character Inventory by individual case matching

Vuijk

Nijs

Deen

et al. 2018

Contemporary Clinical Trials Communications

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BackgroundInterest in autism spectrum disorders (ASD) in adulthood is increasing. Although a person may be diagnosed with ASD, the diagnosis reveals little about the individual's temperament, character, and personality. Also, relatively little is known about the personality of adults with ASD.MethodA reanalysis of scores on the Temperament and Character Inventory (TCI) administered to a group of 66 normally intelligent men aged 18–63 years, diagnosed with ASD, by individual case matching to a comparison group of 66 men from the general population drawn from the TCI manual.ResultsCompared to the comparison group, men with ASD scored significantly higher on the scale for Harm Avoidance, and lower on Novelty Seeking, Reward Dependence, Self-Directedness, and Cooperativeness.ConclusionsIn this study the score pattern for temperament and character found in men with ASD by individual case matching confirms and strengthens earlier general group matching findings emerging from our 2012 study and from studies from Sweden and the Netherlands.

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Brief Report: Character Strengths in Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder Without Intellectual Impairment

Cited by 53 publications

References 27 publications

Should Autism Spectrum Conditions Be Characterised in a More Positive Way in Our Modern World?

Should Autism Spectrum Conditions Be Characterised in a More Positive Way in Our Modern World?

Program Evaluation of a Community Organization Offering Supported Employment Services for Adults with Autism

Temperament and character in men with autism spectrum disorder: A reanalysis of scores on the Temperament and Character Inventory by individual case matching

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