Transactions on Data Analysis in Social Science

Transactions on Data Analysis in Social Science

Comparison of Behavioral Disorders in Educable Children with Intellectual Disabilities and Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Document Type : Original Article

Authors
M. Pirmohammadi 1
M. Soleimani 2
N. Soleimani Ghareh Varan 3
1 Master’s Student, Shahid Madani University of Tabriz, Tabriz, Iran
2 Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, Shahid Madani University of Tabriz, Tabriz, Iran
3 Master’s Graduate, Islamic Azad University, Urmia Branch, Urmia, Iran
10.47176/TDASS.2022.174
Abstract
The present study aimed to comparatively examine the prevalence and severity of behavioral disorders in educable children with intellectual disabilities and children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in Urmia, Iran. Employing a causal-comparative research design of a fundamental nature, the study sought to identify differences in behavioral patterns that may inform targeted interventions. The statistical population comprised all children aged 6 to 12 years attending Rahmat School (educable children with intellectual disabilities) and the Omid Pishgaman Center (children with ASD) in Urmia. A total of 100 participants, including 50 children with intellectual disabilities and 50 children with ASD, were selected through convenience sampling. Behavioral assessments were conducted using the Conners’ Behavioral Rating Scales (1960), a standardized and widely validated instrument. Data analysis was performed using multivariate analysis of variance (MANOVA) and independent-samples t-tests with SPSS version 21. The findings revealed significant differences between the two groups across multiple domains of behavioral disorders, including conduct problems, learning difficulties, psychosomatic symptoms, hyperactivity/impulsivity, and anxiety/inhibition (p < 0.05). Notably, children with ASD demonstrated more pronounced behavioral difficulties compared to their peers with intellectual disabilities. These results underscore the need for tailored behavioral interventions and support strategies to address the specific challenges faced by children with ASD, contributing to improved educational and developmental outcomes.
Keywords
Behavioral Disorders
Intellectual Disability
Autism
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Transactions on Data Analysis in Social Science
Volume 4, Issue 4
Autumn 2022
Pages 174-181

  • Receive Date 08 July 2022
  • Revise Date 19 September 2022
  • Accept Date 06 December 2022