Qualitative Research of Selected Language Skills of Twin Boys with Autism

Location

CSU Ballroom

Start Date

21-4-2008 10:00 AM

End Date

21-4-2008 12:00 PM

Student's Major

Speech, Hearing, and Rehabilitation Services

Student's College

Allied Health and Nursing

Mentor's Name

Bonnie B. Lund

Mentor's Department

Speech, Hearing, and Rehabilitation Services

Mentor's College

Allied Health and Nursing

Description

A qualitative research study was conducted by an undergraduate student. This intent of this original research is to gain an understanding of twin boys with Autism. The researcher discussed the background, characteristics, signs and symptoms, as well as speech and language skills, frequently seen within persons with Autism. It informed the researcher about a specific case of twin boys and their similarities and differences. The researcher gathered data through an interview of the twins' mother. The interview sample was transcribed and coded using qualitative research methods. From this data, patterns emerged related to the family's experience of twin boys with Autism. Final assertions summarizing the data were discussed. It is an important study as Autism continues to increase in frequency and people in general need to be more informed.

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Qualitative Research of Selected Language Skills of Twin Boys with Autism

CSU Ballroom

A qualitative research study was conducted by an undergraduate student. This intent of this original research is to gain an understanding of twin boys with Autism. The researcher discussed the background, characteristics, signs and symptoms, as well as speech and language skills, frequently seen within persons with Autism. It informed the researcher about a specific case of twin boys and their similarities and differences. The researcher gathered data through an interview of the twins' mother. The interview sample was transcribed and coded using qualitative research methods. From this data, patterns emerged related to the family's experience of twin boys with Autism. Final assertions summarizing the data were discussed. It is an important study as Autism continues to increase in frequency and people in general need to be more informed.

Recommended Citation

Stommer, Ann. "Qualitative Research of Selected Language Skills of Twin Boys with Autism." Undergraduate Research Symposium, Mankato, MN, April 21, 2008.
https://cornerstone.lib.mnsu.edu/urs/2008/poster-session-A/4