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Intersections between the autism spectrum and the internet: Perceived benefits and preferred functions of computer-mediated communication

Gillespie-Lynch, Kristen, Kapp, Steven K., Shane-Simpson, Christina, Smith, David Shane, Hutman, Ted·2014·Intellectual and developmental disabilities
DOI 10.1352/1934-9556-52.6.456
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An online survey compared the perceived benefits and preferred functions of computer-mediated communication of participants with (N = 291) and without ASD (N = 311). Participants with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) perceived benefits of computer-mediated communication in terms of increased comprehension and control over communication, access to similar others, and the opportunity to express their true selves. They enjoyed using the Internet to meet others more, and to maintain connections with friends and family less, than did participants without ASD. People with ASD enjoyed aspects of computer-mediated communication that may be associated with special interests or advocacy, such as blogging, more than did participants without ASD. This study suggests that people with ASD may use the Internet in qualitatively different ways from those without ASD. Suggestions for interventions are discussed.

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  • Emerging research highlights the potential benefits of passive SMU for marginalized populations, such as LGBTQ+ individuals, autistic people, and people with physical disabilities.

    “Emerging research highlights the potential benefits of passive SMU for marginalized populations, such as LGBTQþ individuals (Fish et al., 2020), autistic people (Gillespie- Lynch et al., 2014), and people with physical disabilities (Sannon et al., 2019).”

    From Are active and passive social media use related to mental health, wellbeing, and social support outcomes? A meta-analysis of 141 studies (2023) · cites this paper as Gillespie-Lynch et al., 2014

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Authors
Gillespie-Lynch, K., Kapp, S. K., Shane-Simpson, C., Smith, D. S., & Hutman, T.
Affiliations
  • City University of New York
  • University of California System (US)
ORCID
Venue
Intellectual and developmental disabilities
Publisher
Informa UK Limited
Published
2014-12-01
Volume
52
Issue
6
Pages
456-469
ISSN
  • 1934-9491 (ISSN-L)
  • 1934-9556
DOI
10.1352/1934-9556-52.6.456
OpenAlex
W2143442819
Cited by
182
References
56
Citations by year
2026: 22 · 2025: 24 · 2024: 24 · 2023: 25 · 2022: 18 · 2021: 22 · 2020: 16 · 2019: 11 · 2018: 6 · 2017: 6 · 2016: 3 · 2015: 4
FWCI
2.42
Type
journal article
Language
en
Open access
closed
Locations
  • Intellectual and developmental disabilities (publishedVersion)
  • PubMed (publishedVersion)
Topics
  • Life Sciences › Neuroscience › Cognitive Neuroscience › Autism Spectrum Disorder Research
  • Social Sciences › Sociology and Political Science › Impact of Technology on Adolescents
  • Social Sciences › Human Factors and Ergonomics › Digital Accessibility for Disabilities
Keywords
autism spectrum disorder, computer-mediated communication, internet use, online communication, perceived benefits, social connectedness, blogging, interest groups, advocacy
MeSH terms
Adolescent, Adult, Aged, Aged, 80 and over, Child, Child Development Disorders, Pervasive, Communication, Data Collection, Female, Humans, Male, Middle Aged, Perception, Internet, Comprehension, Young Adult, Pleasure

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