Effects of short-term disability awareness training on attitudes of adolescent schoolboys toward persons with a disability

Moore, Danielle M.; Nettelbeck, Ted

doi:10.3109/13668250.2013.790532

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“…[Ghasemi et al, 2011] Similarly, it was found that attitudes projected towards persons with a specific type of disability are not uncommon. [Moore D and Nettelbeck T, 2013] Overall, our findings from the IDLS indicate persons diagnosed with any of the examined DD, are more likely to be isolated from social activities and socio-economic opportunities, in their respective communities.…”

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Examining Jordanians Attitudes Towards Five Types of Developmental Disabilities

Zaaeed¹,

Mohammad²,

Gleason³

et al. 2018

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Background: The diagnosis and reported rates of persons with developmental disabilities (PWDDs) in Jordan is steadily increasing. Although initiatives have been implemented to improve the lives of PWDDs, attitudes towards PWDDs hinder successful inclusion in the Jordanian society. Objectives: To examine the relationship between Jordanians socioeconomic status and attitudes towards persons with developmental disabilities: autism, blindness, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome and muscular dystrophy. Methods: Jordanians (N=259), ages 18-65 were recruited for this convergent parallel, mixed-methods study. Participants completed the modified 40-item Community Living Attitude Scale-developmental disability (CLAS-DD) and the modified Intellectual Disability Literacy Scale consisting of five vignettes, representing each developmental disability. Of the 259 participants, 32 were randomly selected for the qualitative phase of this study Results: A one-way ANOVA was used to analyze CLAS-DD, results revealed consistent significance between all subscales and income levels. For instance, sheltering scores revealed significance between income levels >800 (Mdn= 4.0) and <180 (Mdn = 4.57) (p= 0.006). Further, using A Welch test, IDLS findings showed differences of relationship between social distance and income level. The qualitative study confirmed the quantitative analysis; however, attitude vary depending by type of contact with persons with developmental disabilities. Conclusions: Few empirical studies related to PWDDs exist in Jordan. This foundation work can be utilized by the social, educational and public health sectors to understand determinants influencing attitudes towards persons with disabilities, prior to designing initiatives. Based on the findings, there is potential for inclusion of PWDDs in Jordan, with strategically designed disability awareness initiatives.

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Examining Jordanians Attitudes Towards Five Types of Developmental Disabilities

Zaaeed¹,

Mohammad²,

Gleason³

et al. 2018

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“…772 Results showed that 16-year olds were aware of autism to the same extent as the general adult population (80 vs. 82%; Dillenburger et al 2013), while autism awareness amongst the younger children was considerably lower (50%). This result is not surprising, given that most children are not disability aware without specific disability awareness training (Ison et al 2010;Lindsay & Edwards 2013;Moore & Nettelbeck 2013).…”

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Autism awareness in children and young people: surveys of two populations

Dillenburger

Jordan

McKerr

et al. 2017

J intellect Disabil Res

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“…Schoolwide disability awareness efforts have also been advocated as one avenue for creating a more socially supportive environment for students with disabilities Moore & Nettelbeck, 2013). Lindsay and Edwards (2013) systematically reviewed more than 42 studies of disability awareness programs and found that many demonstrated some impact on students' knowledge about, attitudes toward, and/or acceptance of their peers with disabilities.…”

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Promoting Social Competence and Peer Relationships for Adolescents With Autism Spectrum Disorders

Carter

Common

Sreckovic

et al. 2013

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The interactions and relationships students have with their classmates, teachers, administrators, and other staff throughout the school year offer a primary avenue through which students learn the array of academic, social, vocational, self-determination, and other functional skills that can contribute to their short-and long-term success. Moreover, the extent to which students develop satisfying relationships within and beyond the classroom can affect their sense of belonging, acceptance among peers, satisfaction with school, and overall well-being (Wentzel, Donlan, & Morrison, 2012). Research consistently affirms the powerful impact the presence-or absence-of relationships can have on the lives of children and youth (Rubin, Bukowski, & Laursen, 2009). It is of little surprise that equipping students with the skills, knowledge, and opportunities that enable them to be socially successful is considered a key component of comprehensive secondary schooling (Carter & Draper, 2010).Participating meaningfully in the array of social interactions and relationships occurring within a school community is also important for adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Although social challenges are a defining feature of this particular disability category (American Psychiatric Association [APA], 2013), the presence of autism in no way diminishes the contributions strong social-related skills, connections, and supports can make to success in school and beyond. Put simply, relationships really do matter for all adolescents. Recognizing the importance of this dimension of students' lives, researchers and practitioners have focused considerable attention on determining how best to provide instruction, supports, and opportunities that enhance the social competence and connections of students with ASD (

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Effects of short-term disability awareness training on attitudes of adolescent schoolboys toward persons with a disability

Cited by 37 publications

References 22 publications

Examining Jordanians Attitudes Towards Five Types of Developmental Disabilities

Examining Jordanians Attitudes Towards Five Types of Developmental Disabilities

Autism awareness in children and young people: surveys of two populations

Promoting Social Competence and Peer Relationships for Adolescents With Autism Spectrum Disorders

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