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Human Factors Applied to the Understanding of the Importance of Therapeutic Clothing Textiles for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders

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Advances in Ergonomics in Design (AHFE 2017)

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The aim of this study was to identify significant design features and textiles that would alleviate sensitivities for children with ASD. Small groups of randomized children with ASD and their parents participated in the study, pertaining to design features and textile related to characteristics of ASD. In the experiments, we tested weighted vests with three types of textiles (neoprene, wool, and denim) and newly developed prototypes with various textiles, including bamboo jersey, nylon with durable repellent, cotton, organic cotton, and polyester fleece. In this study, individuals with ASD exhibited certain tactile design preferences. Results from this study led to the development of sensory clothing products and provide evidence based therapeutic clothing design for individuals who have the everyday challenges posed by the characteristics of ASD.

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Acknowledgements

This research is associated with the project “Sensory Clothing Design Development for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders” funded by College of Human Sciences at Texas Tech University and collaborate with South Plains Autism Network (SPAN). For the experimental design, garments were constructed by research assistants in the project: Rachel Ruhman, Taylor Dawson, and Emily Charlton.

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  1. Department of Design, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX, USA

    Su-Jeong Hwang Shin & Kristi Gaines

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  1. Faculdade de Motricidade Humana, Universidade de Lisboa, Cruz Quebrada, Portugal

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  2. Federal University of Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil

    Marcelo Soares

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Shin, SJ.H., Gaines, K. (2018). Human Factors Applied to the Understanding of the Importance of Therapeutic Clothing Textiles for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. In: Rebelo, F., Soares, M. (eds) Advances in Ergonomics in Design. AHFE 2017. Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing, vol 588. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-60582-1_95

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