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ArticleBehavioral sciences (Basel, Switzerland)2025

Initial Analysis of the Effectiveness of Compass-Behavioral for Autistic Youth: A Community-Based Retrospective Analysis.

Doreen Samelson, Jennifer Ikola, Brianna Fitchett, Michelle Befi, Vincent Bemmel, Ben Pfingston, Lindsey Sneed

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Article in Behavioral sciences (Basel, Switzerland), 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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7 authors.

Doreen SamelsonCatalight Research Institute, 2730 Shadelands Dr., Walnut Creek, CA 94598, USA.ORCID 0000-0001-7268-8594
Jennifer IkolaEasterseals Northern California, 2730 Shadelands Dr. Building 10, Walnut Creek, CA 94598, USA.
Brianna FitchettCatalight Research Institute, 2730 Shadelands Dr., Walnut Creek, CA 94598, USA.ORCID 0009-0008-4474-2731
Michelle BefiCatalight Research Institute, 2730 Shadelands Dr., Walnut Creek, CA 94598, USA.ORCID 0000-0002-8684-5834
Vincent BemmelCatalight Research Institute, 2730 Shadelands Dr., Walnut Creek, CA 94598, USA.ORCID 0000-0001-9871-0032
Ben PfingstonCatalight Research Institute, 2730 Shadelands Dr., Walnut Creek, CA 94598, USA.ORCID 0009-0003-0356-7483
Lindsey SneedCatalight Research Institute, 2730 Shadelands Dr., Walnut Creek, CA 94598, USA.ORCID 0000-0003-3767-6007

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Compass-Behavioral is a novel, structured coaching program designed to enhance executive functioning and wellbeing in autistic youth and adults. This mixed-methods study examined outcomes from program participation across multiple clinical sites within a nonprofit organization. Quantitative analyses used de-identified archival data from participants completing the Youth and Adult Wellbeing Scales, along with self-assessments associated with the program. Results demonstrated trends toward improvement in wellbeing following program participation. Results of the self-assessment improved significantly from baseline to completion. Complementary qualitative data were gathered from participant feedback surveys, providing insights into perceived benefits and areas for program improvement. Themes included increased self-awareness, improved organization and planning, and greater confidence in everyday functioning. Taken together, the findings suggest Compass-Behavioral is a promising program for supporting executive functioning and quality of life outcomes among autistic individuals, while also pointing to opportunities for strengthening measurement and long-term impact. Further research is warranted to refine outcome measures, expand sample sizes, and evaluate program effects in more diverse clinical and community contexts.

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autismcoachingcommunity-basedexecutive functioningneuroaffirming

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PMID41464010
PMCPMC12729585

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