ArticleJournal of autism and developmental disorders2026
Cultural Adaptation and Evaluation of the PEERS
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purposeThis study evaluated the effectiveness of the Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills (PEERS
methodsTwenty-one autistic males aged 18-30 were randomly assigned to either a 16-week program or a waitlist control group. Weekly group sessions were held for participants and their parents. Quantitative assessments were conducted at baseline, post-intervention, and 12-month follow-up using Farsi versions of validated scales measuring social functioning, empathy, loneliness, and social skills knowledge.
resultsWhile no significant between-group differences were found in most outcome measures using repeated measures analyses, participants in the intervention group showed a statistically significant decrease in conflict scores reported by young adults (p = 0.026) and an increase in Test of Young Adult Social Skills Knowledge (TYASSK) (p = 0.008) after 16 weeks, which remained significant at 12 months (p = 0.046) based on paired t-tests. Focus groups identified several challenges in program implementation, including limited awareness of autism, resistance to homework, dense session content, and cultural barriers such as indirect communication norms and limited opportunities for social practice. However, participants reported meaningful improvements in confidence and social engagement. Families and therapists also expressed high satisfaction and a desire for follow-up sessions.
conclusionThe findings suggest that PEERS
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