The LR quadrant examined elements of the research connected with the exterior collective. The representing methodology, espoused in understanding connected to well-being and social systems, focused on a narrative analysis exploring the issue of wellbeing and high functioning autism in Alberta schools, healthcare, and social support systems.
Published in Chapter:
An Integral Analysis of Wellbeing in Adults With Characteristics of High Functioning Autism
Janice Marie Beler (University of Calgary, Canada)
Copyright: © 2019
|Pages: 27
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-5873-6.ch013
Abstract
Quality of life is generally assessed through objective measures including conditions relating to material living, productive activity, health measures, education levels, and economic standing. In contrast, wellbeing is a complex process involving subjective evaluation of the qualities and experiences that make life good. Research is plentiful with studies exploring autism and quality of life. Less information is available relating to wellbeing and autism, especially from first person perspectives. This research explored how autism characteristics shape understanding and experiences of wellbeing in individuals with characteristics of high functioning autism. The study made use of a multi-method research framework, integral methodological pluralism (IMP), based on Ken Wilber's integral theory, for gathering and understanding knowledge from diverse perspectives, styles, and methodologies. Findings contributed towards a more coherent and inclusive understanding of personal wellbeing in high functioning autism.