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Online Gaming Environments as a Potential Conduit to Support Friendships for Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder

Online Gaming Environments as a Potential Conduit to Support Friendships for Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder
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Author(s): Jenn Gallup (Idaho State University, USA)and Celal Perihan (Idaho State University, USA)
Copyright: 2021
Pages: 22
Source title: Education and Technology Support for Children and Young Adults With ASD and Learning Disabilities
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Yefim Kats (Trident University International, USA)and Fabrizio Stasolla (University Giustino Fortunato of Benevento, Italy)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-7053-1.ch003

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Abstract

The purpose of this chapter is to elucidate the potential of online mediums such as multiplayer online role playing games (MORPGs), augmented virtual realities (AVR), and other virtual immersive mediums that hold the potential to build social connections and develop friendships for individuals with autism and related disabilities. Further, this chapter will examine current evidenced-based practices to support social skills and then relate the interventions used in the context of the virtual environments to support the development of friendships that could support transition to postsecondary situations.

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