Research Studies

Smooth Sailing: The Early School Years for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders

The Family & Child Development Project at UMass Boston is looking for children with autism to participate in the Smooth Sailing Study, which is focused on relationships, language, and reading skills during the early school years. . We are looking for children ages 4-7 who are diagnosed with autism or ASD (including Asperger's and PDD).

Participation involves gold standard psychological assessments (including ADOS). If eligible, 3 visits to UMass Boston over 18 months. Receive $150.00 for three visits along with assessment results.

Funded by the Institute for Educational Sciences Dr. Abbey Eisenhower, Co-Investigator

Contact: 617-287-6322 or