ArticleJournal of autism and developmental disorders2026
The Impact of Art-Based Interventions on Emotional Regulation in Chinese Children with Autism: A Drawing Therapy Approach.
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- Art-based interventions and social-emotional outcomes in children with autism spectrum disorder: a systematic review and meta-analysis with a proposed neurodevelopmental framework.Frontiers in human neuroscience · 2026Pooled it
- Effects of Painting-Based Art Interventions on Mental Health Outcomes: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.Behavioral sciences (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- Research Trends and Emerging Directions in Non-Pharmacological Interventions for Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Bibliometric Analysis (2001-2025).Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- Effective strategies for teachers to guide children's art activities: based on a survey of children's art activities and teacher guidance, and an analysis of their correlation.Frontiers in psychology · 2025Article
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Abstract
purposeThe study of effective measures to improve emotional regulation and social responsiveness in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is of significant importance for the adaptation of this group of children. The aim of this research was to evaluate the impact of a 6-month drawing therapy program on preschool-aged children with ASD.
methodIt employed a quasi-experimental design with two groups: an experimental group participating in drawing therapy and a control group receiving no intervention. Emotional regulation was assessed using pre-test and post-test measures on the Social Responsiveness Scale (SRS).
resultsThe results indicated a significant improvement in social responsiveness in the experimental group post-intervention, as evidenced by paired and independent sample t-tests, indicating statistically significant differences between pre- and post-testing scores in the experimental group, as well as between the experimental and control groups. This study concludes that art therapy can significantly enhance the emotional-social responsiveness of children with ASD, highlighting its potential for practical application in therapeutic settings.
conclusionsThe findings suggest the necessity of incorporating drawing-based therapeutic strategies into intervention programs for children with ASD, offering meaningful opportunities to enhance their social skills and overall quality of life.
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