This review synthesized the results of 15 studies (with 12 studies having strong or adequate methodological rigor) that examined the social outcomes of shared social activity-based interventions, like interest-based games, music, and theatre, involving children on the autism spectrum and typical development together.
Thirteen studies yielded significant improvements in social cognition, social communication, and/or social functioning with two studies also reporting an increase in positive affect between autistic children and their peers.
Overall, shared social activities that promote a sense of equality, are enjoyable, and build on the natural talents of children on the autism spectrum appear promising for increasing social learning within inclusive environments.
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