How to Utilize University Nursing Clinic Resources Successfully to Transition Autistic Adolescents into Higher Education

IF 1.8 3区心理学 Q3 PSYCHOLOGY, EDUCATIONAL

Psychology in the Schools Pub Date : 2024-11-18 DOI:10.1002/pits.23347

Constance E. McIntosh, Janelle Wendel

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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is complex neurodevelopmental disorder that is exhibited through a wide‐range of symptoms including social interactions, communication deficits, limited interests, and repetitive behaviors (e.g., stimming). The prevalence of autism amongst children and adolescents continues to grow with 1 in 36 diagnosed annually (CDC, 2024). Because autism often comes with a myriad of comorbidities (e.g., sleep disorders, seizure activity, nutritional imbalances, gastrointestinal issues, and mental health disorders), children and adolescents are often prescribed medications and/or treatments to help with the management of these chronic diseases. Croen et al., (2006) found that adolescents are six times more likely to be hospitalized than their neuro‐typical peers. Managing autism takes a multi‐disciplinary approach. Navigating a large university system, academics, and being away from home can be challenging for any teenager. But, adding the complexity of managing a chronic neurodevelopmental disorder on top of the new environment could potentially be overwhelming for the autistic adolescent. It makes sense to use all available resources when transitioning into a college setting. Registered nurses (RN) and advanced practice nurses (APN) are employed at university clinics to help manage student healthcare issues including acute healthcare problems (e.g., viruses), traumatic issues, and chronic healthcare issues. This paper will examine how nursing professionals can assist autistic adolescents when they are entering into a college environment by managing medications and other treatment modalities while being a student advocate within a multi‐disciplinary team.

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如何成功利用大学护理诊所资源帮助自闭症青少年升学

自闭症谱系障碍（ASD）是一种复杂的神经发育障碍，表现为社交互动、沟通障碍、兴趣受限和重复行为（如刺激）等多种症状。自闭症在儿童和青少年中的发病率持续增长，每年每 36 人中就有 1 人被诊断患有自闭症（美国疾病预防控制中心，2024 年）。由于自闭症通常伴有多种并发症（如睡眠障碍、癫痫发作、营养失衡、肠胃问题和精神疾病），因此儿童和青少年通常会被处方药物和/或治疗方法来帮助控制这些慢性疾病。Croen 等人（2006 年）发现，青少年住院治疗的几率是神经正常同龄人的六倍。管理自闭症需要多学科的方法。对于任何一个青少年来说，在偌大的大学系统、学业和离家在外的生活中游刃有余都是一种挑战。但是，如果在新环境中再加上管理慢性神经发育障碍的复杂性，可能会让自闭症青少年不堪重负。在过渡到大学环境时，利用一切可用资源是有意义的。大学诊所聘用注册护士（RN）和高级执业护士（APN）帮助处理学生的医疗保健问题，包括急性医疗保健问题（如病毒）、创伤问题和慢性医疗保健问题。本文将探讨护理专业人员如何在自闭症青少年进入大学环境时，通过管理药物和其他治疗方式来帮助他们，同时在多学科团队中充当学生的代言人。

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Psychology in the Schools PSYCHOLOGY, EDUCATIONAL-

CiteScore

3.00

自引率

5.00%

发文量

200

期刊介绍： Psychology in the Schools, which is published eight times per year, is a peer-reviewed journal devoted to research, opinion, and practice. The journal welcomes theoretical and applied manuscripts, focusing on the issues confronting school psychologists, teachers, counselors, administrators, and other personnel workers in schools and colleges, public and private organizations. Preferences will be given to manuscripts that clearly describe implications for the practitioner in the schools.