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. Author manuscript; available in PMC: 2017 Sep 1.
Published in final edited form as: Res Dev Disabil. 2016 Jun 1;56:29–40. doi: 10.1016/j.ridd.2016.05.010

Table 4.

Primary Needs Identified by Needs Analysis across Online Surveys and Focus Groups

Over-arching construct Specific facets

Social integration Navigating social interactions
Finding social support
Handling conflict with others

Self-determination Finding transition services
Self-advocacy
Time management
Sustaining or developing social motivation
Goal attainment
Self-awareness and knowledge
Independent living skills

Self-regulation Managing social, daily living, and social concerns
Navigating inconsistencies and changes in routine
Managing intense emotions
Executive functioning (e.g., managing inattention)
Coping with academic stress