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Social Skill Deficits and Anxiety in High-Functioning Adolescents With Autism Spectrum Disorders

Scott Bellini

Indiana Institute on Disability and Community, 2853 E. 10th St., Bloomington, IN 47408

The present study examined the prevalence and types of anxiety exhibited by high-functioning adolescents With autism spectrum disorders and factors related to this anxiety. Results suggest that adolescents With autism spectrum disorders exhibit anxiety levels that are significantly higher than those of the general population. The study found a loW negative correlation betWeen assertive social skills and social anxiety. In addition, a moderate curvilinear relationship Was found betWeen empathic skills and the various social anxiety measures. Results of the study support an emerging body of research demonstrating elevated anxiety levels in high-functioning individuals With autism spectrum disorders.

Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, Vol. 19, No. 2, 78-86 (2004)
DOI: 10.1177/10883576040190020201
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