Mentorship Program for Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Evaluation of a Mentorship Program for Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

The purpose of this pilot project is to evaluate the feasibility of a mentorship program for adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Data will be collected from adolescents with ASD and their parents/guardians. Study findings will be used to inform further development of the mentoring program for individuals with ASD.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
• Age 14-18
• Participants in the mentoring program.
• Participants must have fluent language and will speak and understand English.
• Participants must be able to commit to providing evaluation data.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Have an intellectual disability (IQ under 70)