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teamwork, the healthy release of emotions, the sharing of similar strengths and
challenges, or the process of counseling itself.
The researchers also suggest creating and studying a set, unchanging curricu-
lum to determine if benefits change or increase when the curriculum is repeated
on a consistent basis, and for multiple cohorts of individuals. Such a standardized
curriculum could allow for the dissemination of research and results to a larger
population and help towards the prevention of bullying, depression, and social
vulnerability experiences for all individuals with ASD.
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