Compared to those without disabilities, some individuals with disabilities are said to be extremely social, with an overwhelming desire to walk up to and talk to strangers; while others are said to avoid social interactions. The social behaviors of some people might lead them to be more or less socially vulnerable and at risk of exploitation. My research compares the social behaviors and vulnerabilities of individuals with and without disabilities. The purpose of my research is to better understand the social behaviors of people with and without disabilities as perceived and reported by their parents/guardians.
Research on the Development and Use of the Social Vulnerability Questionnaire
Fisher, M.H., Shivers, C.M., & gJosol, C.K. (2020). Psychometric properties and utility of the Social Vulnerability Questionnaire for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 50, 2348-2359. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-018-3636-4
gLough, E. & Fisher, M.H. (2016). Parent and self-report ratings on the perceived levels of social vulnerability of adults with Williams syndrome. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 46, 3424-3433. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-016-2885-3
Fisher, M.H., Moskowitz, A., &Hodapp, R.M. (2013). Differences in social vulnerability among individuals with autism spectrum disorder, Williams syndrome, and Down syndrome. Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 7, 931-937. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2013.04.009
Fisher, M.H.,Moskowitz, A., &Hodapp, R.M. (2012). Vulnerability and experiences related to social victimization among individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Journal of Mental Health Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 5, 32-48. https://doi.org/10.1080/19315864.2011.592239
Research Related to Social Vulnerability and Victimization
Normand, C.L., Fisher, M.H., Simonato, I., Fecteau, S-M., & Poulin, M-H. (2021). A systematic review of problematic internet use in children, adolescents and adults with autism spectrum disorder. Review Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40489-021-00270-x
Fisher, M.H., Epstein, R.A., Urbano, R.C., Vehorn, A., Cull, M.J., & Warren, Z. (2019). A population-based examination of maltreatment referrals and substantiation for children with autism spectrum disorder. Autism, 35, 1335-1340. https://doi.org/10.1177/1362361318813998
Fisher, M.H. Corr, C., & gMorin, L. (2016). Victimization of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across the lifespan. International Review of Research in Developmental Disabilities, 51, 233-280. https://doi.org/10.1016/bs.irrdd.2016.08.001
gLough, E. & Fisher, M.H. (2016). Parent and self-report ratings on the perceived levels of social vulnerability of adults with Williams syndrome. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 46, 3424-3433. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-016-2885-3
gLough, E. & Fisher, M.H. (2016). Internet use and online vulnerability in adults with Williams syndrome. Journal of Intellectual Disability Research, 60, 1020-1030. https://doi.org/10.1111/jir.12281
Fisher, M.H., gBaird, J.V., gCurrey, A.D., & Hodapp, R.M. (2016). Victimization and social vulnerability of adults with intellectual disability: A review of research extending beyond Wilson and Brewer. Australian Psychologist, 51, 114-127. https://doi.org/10.1111/ap.12180
Fisher, M.H. (2009). Letter to the Editor: Literature analysis to determine the inclusion of children with disabilities in abuse interventions. Child Abuse & Neglect, 33, 326-327. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chiabu.2008.02.009
Fisher, M.H., Hodapp, R.M., & Dykens, E.M. (2008). Child abuse among children with disabilities: What we know and what we need to know. International Review of Research in Mental Retardation, 35, 251-289. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0074-7750(07)35007-6
Intervention Studies to Reduce Victimization
gPeterson, A.M., Fisher, M.H., Brodhead, M.T., Sung, C., & gUher, A. (2021). Teaching young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to recognize and respond to coworker victimization. Behavioral Interventions. https://doi.org/10.1002/bin.1826
Fisher, M.H. (2014). Evaluation of a stranger safety training programme for young adults with Williams syndrome. Journal of Intellectual Disability Research, 58, 903-914 https://doi.org/10.1111/jir.12108
Fisher, M.H., Burke, M.M., & Griffin, M.M. (2013). Teaching young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to respond appropriately to lures from strangers. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 46, 528-533. https://doi.org/10.1002/jaba.32
