Research Studies
AANE maintains this listing of current research for the community's information and possible participation. Researchers are invited to submit their studies.
Research studies will be removed from this page approximately one year after being posted unless a different timeframe is specified. Researchers are strongly advised to contact us with new information about their studies periodically. To submit a new study or to make updates to a previously submitted study, use the link below.
The goal of this study is to understand differences in brain function related to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Specifically, we are interested in how different parts of the brain communicate with one another in order to attend to, process, and react to our surroundings. Ultimately, we hope that findings from this research can help identify... more
Autism Genetics Network: Increasing Representation of Human Diversity is a project looking to better understand the genetic aspects of Autism in underrepresented populations in order to reduce healthcare disparity and to increase diversity in research overall. Specifically, we are looking for individuals who identify as Black or of African... more
Hello,
My name is Harrison Chapman, a doctoral candidate in Counseling Psychology at the University of Georgia. I am inviting you to take part in a research study for a dissertation, which will explore different ways autistic adults adjust their emotions. In the study, the researcher aims to center the experiences of the autism community... more
This study will explore how autistic mothers and their non-autistic adolescent daughters describe strengths, challenges, and communication in their parent-child relationships. Co-investigators of this study, who are both autistic mothers, helped develop the study topic and protocol. The research team will collaboratively decide how to present... more
Autistic women 40 and older
08/04/2022
We would like to come together from all over the world, motivate , educate and activate businesses and organizations to increase research specifically for this grouping of women with Asperger's.
Women with Aspergers are very different than men. 90% of research is focused on children, specifically boys.
email: ranada1610@gmail.com
Published... more
SPROUT Autism Intervention Study
08/03/2022
This exciting new study is investigating changes in expressive language and social communication in children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) over the course of the play-based intervention, JASPER! We hope to contribute to improving language and social communication related interventions and measures of change for children with ASD.
Who can... more
We are looking for parents and guardians with autistic children to participate in a brief anonymous online survey. The purpose of the survey is to help us better understand the current characteristics of children diagnosed with autism and their parents’ perceptions concerning current treatments, services, and products used to treat the... more
Autism and exercise
08/01/2022
A quick survey about your experience of physical activity
https://aber.onlinesurveys.ac.uk/physical-activity-survey-for-autistic-young-people
It should only take ten minutes to complete- thank you 🙂
email: kap34@aber.ac.uk
Published on:Aug 1, 2022 at 11:14
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The purpose of the study is to explore how belonging to multiple minority groups (such as being Autistic and from a Black and / or Asian ethnic group) can impact on behaviours, like camouflaging (or ‘masking’), and in turn, mental wellbeing.
The reason for exploring this is that previous research has shown that there is likely an impact of... more
Researchers at Boston University are currently recruiting autistic young adult participants (aged 18-29) in the United States to complete online surveys and an optional interview. We are interested in learning about your life in adulthood (like your work, school, and community activities).
Study participation: If you are willing to participate,... more
We are looking to recruit autistic adults (over the age of 18) to take part in a study about repetitive thinking.
The study will take part in two phases:
-Phase 1: online screening questionnaires.
Phase 2: brief meeting with the researcher online for further information followed by 7 days of answering alerts send to you via a mobile telephone... more
We are seeking autistic, young adult participants ages 18-24 who have an autism diagnosis (clinical or self-diagnosis) and currently reside in the United States for an online research study! Participants will be asked to complete multiple-choice and open-ended questions (which can be responded to in a written, audio or video format) about their... more
Volunteers Wanted
For a nursing investigation conducted at Binghamton University about your experience of feeling lonely.
Volunteers will engage in a discussion via a virtual interview using Zoom about their experience of feeling lonely.
The entire process will take approximately 20 minutes.
email: mwheelo1@binghamton.edu
Published... more
The aim of this PhD study is to understand if women’s/non male’s social care needs are being met and improve social care experiences for autistic women/non-men.
I am looking for participants who meets the following criteria:
Female/non-male
Identifies as autistic and has experience of social care (this includes attempts to access social... more
Autistic School Staff Project
07/11/2022
Why We Are Doing this Study
Autistic people often face unemployment, and, when they are employed, struggle with discrimination and a lack of workplace support. Studies of autistic adults’ employment experiences can help identify the attitudes of people who interact with autistic people in their workplaces, and the on-the-job experiences of... more
Perception of Emotional Prosody and Task Dependent Performance in Individuals with Autism
07/01/2022
WHO?
We require approximately 50 youth and adult (16 to 80 years of age) volunteers with Autism to provide data that will allow us to investigate emotional processing in speech. We are recruiting approximately even numbers of male and female participants. Participants must not have a significant hearing impairment, a seizure disorder and/or... more
Research reveals that comprehension of the caution is limited in several populations. Comprehension of the police caution in individuals with autism has not been examined, yet this population may be further challenged due to differences in information processing, metacognition, working memory, episodic future thinking and compliance. Given the... more
Masking Behaviours in Autistic People
06/27/2022
This study aims to investigate if some autistic people hide their autistic traits and behaviours more than others. Research has shown that a lot of autistic people mask in order hide their autistic traits so much that they are not diagnosed until late in life, if at all. Using three questionnaires, this study will look into differences in... more
Accents and Autism
06/27/2022
The Linguistics Department at the University of Colorado Boulder is conducting a study on the adoption of different accents by autistic individuals. We’re looking for participants who are autistic and speak an “unusual,” “non-local,” or “foreign” accent relative to where they grew up. Participants must also be native English... more
Behavioural and pharmaceutical intervention approaches that target autism symptomatology are varied and increasing. Understanding which of these are preferred approaches by parents of children with autism and individuals with autism, is an important step when initiating meaningful therapeutic research. More specifically, establishing common... more
Project STORY
06/23/2022
The goal of Project STORY is to learn more about how the brains of preschool-aged children with autism function during live social interactions. We hope that findings from this study will help researchers better understand how brain function is related to language and communication difficulties in children with autism. The study will require... more
We're looking for adults (25+) on the spectrum, who have NOT attended college to complete a paid survey. Please fill out this form if you meet the above criteria and we will reach out to you directly with the survey link!
https://princetonsurvey.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eYgVwRBJtOdnbdY
email:nicole.cuneo@princeton.edu
Published... more
ew research suggests that about 1 in 8 children may be diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in the United States. This could be due to several reasons which remain unknown. This study invites mothers who have given birth to children in the United States to share their experiences with diet and supplementation during... more
Autistic traits and gender as moderating factors in the experience of anxiety and camouflaging.
06/21/2022
This research is looking at whether reported autistic traits are correlated with romantic relationship attachment and emotional well-being (e.g., depression, anxiety) and whether this may differ by level of emotional intelligence, i.e. if emotional intelligence may act as a buffer for negative experiences. We are further interested in whether... more
This research is looking at whether reported autistic traits are correlated with romantic relationship attachment and emotional well-being (e.g., depression, anxiety) and whether this may differ by level of emotional intelligence, i.e. if emotional intelligence may act as a buffer for negative experiences. We are further interested in whether... more
This research study aims to learn more about the relationship between autistic adults’ beliefs about themselves, their abilities, and their employment status.
Who is eligible?: Participants must be 18-65 years old, diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, and able to read and fill out online surveys.
What will it involve? The survey will take... more
The purpose of this study is to examine the effects of social communication on social behavior in both typically developing children and adolescents, and children and adolescents with disruption to the social brain (i.e., children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), at risk for psychosis, and traumatic brain injury (TBI). This... more
Women over 40 on the autism spectrum
05/31/2022
I would like to active gather women over 40 that have been diagnosed late in life. I would like to develop specific concise questions designed for these women that have struggled all their lives. The goal is to focus all the research, answers, and interviews toward getting more research specifically for these woman. Too much us being focused on... more
My name is Jessica Hinman, and I am a doctoral student at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC). I am currently conducting a research project focusing on promoting sexuality empowerment among neurodivergent young adults. The purpose of this research study is to evaluate the effectiveness of a mindfulness-based sexuality education and... more
The Social Competence & Treatment Lab (SCTL) in the Department of Psychology at Stony Brook University is conducting an online research study to better understand and support emotional resilience and stress coping skills among teens with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
We are seeking teens (ages 11- 16 years) with ASD to complete an online... more
The Massachusetts General Hospital at the Lurie Center is currently recruiting for a new research study that will explore alternative ways to measure language, social, fine motor and cognitive skills in adults with autism spectrum disorder who are minimally verbal (mv-ASD). We are recruiting subjects 18-40 years old with and without autism... more
Hello. We hope everyone and their families are doing well. I am a researcher at Clarocision Research. We are looking for parents with children with nocturnal enuresis (nighttime bedwetting), ages 4-17 to take part in a product test. If you qualify and are selected to participate, you will be paid $300 USD for your time.
To learn more... more
The Lurie Center for Autism of the MassGeneral Hospital for Children is conducting a research
study to evaluate the association of the gut microbiome with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in
children between the ages of 3 and 14 years old who have been diagnosed with ASD. Siblings
and family members without ASD who are between the ages of 3 and... more
The Massachusetts General Hospital at the Lurie Center is currently recruiting for a research
study investigating whether attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) increases addiction
risk in adolescents and adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This study will involve one
2-4-hour study visit to the MGH Lurie Center or... more
Deborah Logan, a doctoral student in Clemson University’s recreational therapy program, and
Dr. Brandi Crowe, Assistant Professor in the Recreational Therapy at Clemson University and
the Principal Investigator are currently recruiting rural-dwelling families with teenagers with
autism to participate in a research study titled: Virtually... more
Evaluating Employee Selection Practices
04/15/2022
This study is about understanding the conversations between special educators and students with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD) and their parents during transition planning in school. This can include alternatives to guardianship, guardianship, and transfer of rights. We want to learn more about how to make transition and... more
This research study is being conducted by two autistic researchers. We are recruiting autistic adults for a quantitative online survey study examining the relationships between sticky thinking (repetitive thinking), stimming (repetitive behaviors), and mental health.
Who can participate?
- Individuals age 18+
- People who identify as autistic... more
This research study is examining sticky thinking (repetitive thoughts) and stimming (repetitive behaviors) and how they relate to mental health in autistic adults.
We are hoping that results will help us understand the relationships between sticky thinking, stimming, and mental health in autistic people. This could inform therapies for mental... more
This study is about understanding the conversations between special educators and students with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD) and their parents during transition planning in school. This can include alternatives to guardianship, guardianship, and transfer of rights. We want to learn more about how to make transition and... more
Symbols and Language
03/30/2022
We are currently recruiting adults (18+) on the spectrum to complete this survey on symbols and language. The survey takes no more than 15 minutes and you will be compensated with an Amazon gift card for your time. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please feel free to reach out to me at nicole.cuneo@princeton.edu
Here's the... more
I am currently recruiting participants for a study that explores emotion regulation and psychological adjustment of 11–18-year-old siblings of children with and without Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD; e.g., Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Intellectual Disability, etc.). To participate in this study, 11–18-year-old... more
Hello! I am an autistic student doing a research study for a class project on the effectiveness of autism-led interventions for adults with autism. I would really appreciate it if other autistic adults watched my video about special interests and took the survey in the description to help me with my project! I look forward to hearing about any... more
Hi everyone! I’m a master student in clinical psychology at ARU and looking for autistic participants to talk about the experiences of meltdowns in the every day life situations. The individual would require to participate in up to 1h interview via online platform, which is preferable to you. If you are over 18 and have been diagnosed with... more
The Crehan Lab at Tufts University is currently recruiting Spanish-speaking autistic adolescents and their parents for a research study on sex education in Spanish-speaking families. In order to be eligible, adolescent participants must be between the ages of 11 and 18, have a documented diagnosis of ASD with no history of intellectual... more
The authors of The #ActuallyAutistic Guide to Advocacy: Step-by-Step Advice on How to Ally and Speak Up with Autistic People and the Autism Community are seeking Autistic teens and young adults who’d like their voices to be heard in our next book.
Self-diagnosis is fine, and our age guidelines are highly flexible. We will compile... more
Hi everyone, I’m an undergraduate student in the UK currently carrying out my dissertation project. As my main focus, I am conducting a study to help understand how raising a child on the autism spectrum impacts the mother’s mental health. I would like mums who have children with autism spectrum disorder aged 5-17 for a quick, anonymous 30... more
Employment Experiences of Autistic Adults
03/07/2022
Hello All! My name is Shannon. I am a doctoral student at Boston College and am recruiting participants for a study on the job satisfaction of autistic employees.
Do you identify as autistic? Are you at least 18 years of age? Do you work for pay at least 10 hours per week in the U.S? You may be eligible to participate in a survey that takes... more
COVID-19 Autism Response Parent Survey
03/04/2022
The current study is aimed to assess and analyze parent perceptions regarding their child’s treatment for symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder in response to changes brought by the COVID-19 pandemic.
This information will give insight into how parents experience services and what they see benefitting to their children.
During the Pandemic a... more
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Hi all, my name is Hannah O’Connor and I am a senior Cognitive and Behavioral Science major at Washington and Lee University. This semester, as part of my senior capstone, I am conducting a research project investigating language use on social media for adolescents with and without autism.
As part of my project, I need 40... more
Researchers from the Department of Psychology at Illinois Institute of Technology are conducting an online research study designed to learn more about your thoughts and experiences with your transition planning/IEP meetings during high school. This study will involve one virtual interview with the researcher that will take about 30 minutes... more
Perspectives on Critical Workplace Supports among Transition-Age Autistic Youth and Young Adults
02/28/2022
We want to hear from you! Researchers at the University of Maryland, College Park are looking for autistic individuals (ages 14-29) to participate in a new research study about their workplace experiences and perspectives.
Participants will receive $15 as compensation for their time and effort.
Who: Individuals with autism spectrum disorder... more
Summary:
Do you have anxiety and an Autism Spectrum Disorder? Would you be willing to talk about your pandemic experiences in a 30 minute interview for £15?
It is estimated that up to 50% of adults with autism also have an anxiety disorder. The aim of this study is to explore individual experiences of the pandemic in adults with anxiety. This... more
My name is Ella Mayo-Kiely, a senior in high school at THINK Global School. I would like to invite you to take part in my research study entitled, “The Relationship Between Age at Diagnosis of Autism and Mental Health in Autistic Individuals Assigned Female at Birth” for my AP Research class. You are free to talk with someone you trust... more
Hi everyone!
I am a Doctoral Candidate at Hofstra's Psy.D Program. I am currently looking for participants for my dissertation. My study is based on surveys that are quick and easy and you have a chance to win a 25$ Amazon gift card! This research study seeks to assess knowledge, help-seeking behavior, and stigma associated with Autism Spectrum... more
Hi everyone! I’m a master student in clinical psychology at ARU and looking for autistic participants to talk about the experiences of meltdowns in the every day life situations. The individual would require to participate in up to 1h interview via online platform, which is preferable to you. If you are over 18 and have been diagnosed with... more
We would like to invite you to take part in a 50-minute online survey covering a range of questions about burnout and related factors, including questions about mental/ physical wellbeing. This survey is open to autistic and non-autistic adults aged 18-35 and fluent in English for consenting and completing the survey.
The main aim of the study... more
Perspectives on Depression Treatment
02/22/2022
We are looking for autistic volunteers to provide information on their experiences feeling down or depressed. People who are close autistic adults who have experienced depression are welcome to participate (like parents, caregivers, friends, significant others).
If you are eligible, you will be asked to participate in a 2-hour focus group... more
Autistic women 50 to 99 years old
02/22/2022
I am looking for women in the spectrum. I am a 66 year old woman that is beginning a research and scientific study on adult women with autism, diagnosed or not. I would like to ask them questions on how they interpret information, how they process and how the respond to the outside world.
Contact :Ranada Grossman 704-618-1167
Published on: Feb... more
The purpose of this study is to support parents during the pandemic and provide a strength-based and solution-focused group for them to enhance their coping strategies and reduce their stress. Sessions will be offered virtually on Zoom. We are hoping to work with parents to build solutions for themselves and their families. Please let me know... more
Hi all, my name is Hannah O’Connor and I am a senior Cognitive and Behavioral Science major at Washington and Lee University. This semester, as part of my senior capstone, I am conducting a research project investigating language use on social media for adolescents with and without autism. I am looking at different types of words used, like... more
The MassGeneral Hospital for Children at the Lurie Center is currently recruiting for a research study that will evaluate the safety and effectiveness of an investigational medication, a cannabidiol oral solution (GWP42003-P; CBD-OS), for improving behavior, social communication, and overall symptom severity in children and adolescents... more
The purpose of this research study is to examine how personal psychological and psychosocial resources impact an autistic adult’s ability to engage and maintain romantic relationships, as well as social participation. The findings of the study will help expand future resources for occupational therapy and other practitioners in order to... more
We are recruiting service providers and Latino caregivers of youth (ages 5-17) with disabilities such as autism, Down syndrome, and epilepsy!
Our research team at Boston University wants to learn about your experiences with medical, psychological, developmental and/or family support services for Latino youth with intellectual/developmental... more
Autism and exercise
02/08/2022
My name is Kate, and I am carrying out a study about autism and exercise motivation. I would also like to know about the motivation for strong interests. I am interested in the reasons why you do or do not take part in exercise, so you do not need to be a fitness fan!
I would like to interview autistic people aged 18-25-years.
I would also like... more
Autism and exercise
02/07/2022
My name is Kate, and I am carrying out a study about autism and exercise motivation. I would also like to know about the motivation for strong interests. I am interested in the reasons why you do or do not take part in exercise, so you do not need to be a fitness fan!
I would like to interview autistic people aged 18-25-years.
I would also like... more
Romantic relationships and internalizing disorders in adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
02/07/2022
This research project will propose a study that explores romantic relationships among adults with ASD, the severity of ASD symptoms and internalizing disorders focusing on depression and anxiety. It’s predicted that in adults with ASD, internalizing disorders; depression, and anxiety will be higher than a control group of typically developing... more
Recruitment round 2
What is this research study about?
This research aims to explore the experiences of menstruation for people with autism, from an occupational perspective. This means that the research focuses on the influence menstruation has on your self-care, work, and leisure activities, and also the support available to you.
Who can take... more
Participants Needed for Research Study with Parents of a child recently diagnosed with Autism
If you are a parent, guardian, or primary caretaker of a child diagnosed with autism within the last 12 months please consider participating in this study. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/autismsurvey247
My name is Ellen Mattingly, M.S., CCC-SLP, and I... more
anonymous Survey on Autism and Police
01/26/2022
We are conducting an anonymous online survey focused on understanding how individuals with autism and their caregivers feel about police officers. We are partnering with adults aged 18 and older who either have a diagnosis of Autism themselves, or are the parent or caregiver of an autistic person who is aged 12 years or older. We are... more
You are being invited to participate in a research study that looks at the effects of certain characteristics on relationship satisfaction in autistic and non-autistic couples. This study is being conducted through Vancouver Island University by the principal investigator, Aleah Rockwell.
The eligibility criteria for this study is as... more
The purpose of this study is to analyze the parent's perspectives on early intervention services.
This study seeks 8-10 volunteers who have children that:
Have been diagnosed with autism.
Currently enrolled in an early intervention program.
Actively participating in early intervention.The participant will answer 3 preliminary and then 10... more
My name is Irem Bilgili-Karabacak. I am a PhD candidate and research assistant at the Special Education Program at Lehigh University, Bethlehem, PA. I also work as a BCBA at Lehigh University Autism Clinic.
For my dissertation, I would love to partner with parents from different states to get their valuable input about play date experiences of... more
Compensation Skills in Autism Study
01/20/2022
Description
Gregory Wallace, Ph.D., in the Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences at The George Washington University is recruiting adults with an autism spectrum disorder to take part in a study.
This study uses a series of online surveys to investigate compensation skills and assets among autistic adults.
Who: To be eligible... more
VR Study on Autism and Police
01/18/2022
For the second study we are testing whether virtual reality (VR) could be a useful way to practice interacting with police officers. We are partnering with teens and adults ages 12 to 60 who have a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). If you are eligible to participate in this research study, you or your child will be asked to make... more
Hello, my name is Tatum Eppinger and I am a junior at Durham Academy Upper School. I’m inviting parents and guardians of autistic children to participate in an anonymous research study about the effects of socioeconomic status on the age of autism diagnosis, and your help would be greatly appreciated. The goal of this research study is to... more
Everyday Experiences and Communication
01/11/2022
We are interested in what people know about common events and how people communicate. We are looking for autistic and non-autistic individuals (aged 9 and up) to participate in an online study.
Who can participate?
Adults (18 and older) who are autistic or non-autistic
Children (aged 9-17) who are autistic or non-autistic, and their... more
Perspectives on Depression Treatment
01/10/2022
We are looking for autistic volunteers and their supporters for a research study adapting a mental health treatment designed to help with symptoms of depression.
If you are eligible, you will be asked to participate in a 2-hour focus group (virtual or in-person) to provide feedback on the treatment. You will be compensated with a $40 gift... more
What is this research study about?
This research aims to explore the experiences of menstruation for people with autism, from an occupational perspective. This means that the research focuses on the influence menstruation has on your self-care, work, and leisure activities, and also the support available to you.
Who can take part in this... more
Autism Broader Phenotype Survey Study
12/20/2021
We are conducting a research study focused on social and emotional characteristics. Parents who have kids with or without autism are invited to complete a brief online survey. You must be 18 years of age or older and the biological parent of at least one child to be able to participate in this research. If you are interested in... more
I am part of a class called AP Research where we create and conduct our own original research. I am looking to recruit participants with Autism Spectrum Disorder aged 16 to 18 for my phenomenological research study. The question I'm investigating is: How is Autism Spectrum Disorder camouflaging, measured by the Camouflaging Autistic Traits... more
Project Pathways
12/06/2021
The purpose of this study is to assess the reading and writing profiles of students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
We are currently recruiting middle and high school students (ages 13-21 years) with intellectual and developmental disabilities to participate. Participants must be fluent in English and have internet access to... more
This is a qualitative study investigating how mental health professionals counsel neurodiverse couples. The study is looking at the social processes the mental health professional uses to generate, develop and provide therapy to their neurodiverse clients. The purpose of the study is to explore and identify processes identified by mental health... more
Self-Identifying with Autism
11/30/2021
This study is looking at the experience and process of self-diagnosing autism in adulthood. We want to interview participants who…
– have never received a formal diagnosis of autism and has self-diagnosed as autistic
– is age 18 years or older
Setup an interview: https://calendly.com/cudaj
Participants will receive $20 for their... more
Autism Interview Study – # 91245199
11/29/2021
Hi there!
We have an opportunity for you to take part in an Autism Study. Our project number for this study is
91245199.
Project Details:
- Web-Assisted Telephone Interview about what being Autistic is like for you and your interest in
treatment or therapies (you must be by a computer with high-speed internet access while on the
phone... more
Hi, I am a student at the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith, and I was wondering If I could get some help for my experimental research. I am in search of parents who have children that have been diagnosed with ASD. The purpose of this study is to represent a correlation with autism, awareness, and socioeconomic status. All information is... more
I wanted to ask whether you might be able to help me with recruiting participants.
I'm Sebastian Heeren, psychology student at the University of the West of Scotland and I am currently working on a study for my Bachelor Dissertation. In it, I am comparing implicit racial bias in autistic and neurotypical adults. Two previous studies have found... more
Explaining Autistic Identity
11/17/2021
This study wants to learn more about what may contribute to the development of a person's autistic identity through an online survey. We ask that participants to be...
- someone who has received a diagnosis of autism and/or self-identifies as autistic
- an adult age 18 years or older
Link to the 15-minute online survey:... more
Self-Identifying with Autism
11/17/2021
This study is looking at the experience and process of self-diagnosing autism in adulthood. We want to interview participants who...
- have never received a formal diagnosis of autism and has self-diagnosed as autistic
- is age 30 years or older
Setup an interview: https://calendly.com/cudaj
Participants will receive $20 for their... more
Access to Autism Services via IEP
11/17/2021
We are launching a study to examine the potential discrepancies in Individualized Education Programs (IEP) of students with Autism across school districts with populations of families with diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. With this information we hope to identify service patterns that are inconsistently offered and how COVID-19 has... more
Adults between the ages of 18-50 years old who have been diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder are sought for a research study of learning and eye blinks at Indiana University. The research uses a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scan to better understand how a specific brain area, the cerebellum, functions in people with autism spectrum... more
The following is a request for your participation in a study being conducted by a research team at Villanova University. This study seeks to examine autistic adults’ perceptions of anti-autistic bias from their mental health practitioners and what impact they feel that bias has on their self-esteem. The Co-Principal Investigators (PI) for this... more
Aging with Autism
11/12/2021
Aging with Autism Consent Form
You are invited to be in a research study about aging with autism. Autism Spectrum Disorder
(ASD) is a lifelong disorder that affects children and adults. Knowledge about the experiences of
individuals aging with ASD is limited. We will conduct approximately five interviews with older
adults living with ASD for a... more
The EMBRACED Study
11/12/2021
This is a national survey exploring the relation between a set of mental skills, called executive functions, and behavioral and emotional challenges in children with autism spectrum disorder between the ages of 5 and 10. This study consists of a few short surveys involving questions about your child’s behaviors, ASD symptoms, and... more
Are you the parent of a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder aged 13-45?
We want to know more about you and your relationship with your child.
This study will be done all online and if you agree you will complete an online consent form, complete 2 online questionnaires that will take about 30 minutes and do a short 10- minute recorded... more
A research study to understand the experience of entering adulthood and employment for adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their parents or caregivers, conducted by Jessica Bischoff, Occupational Therapist, as part of completing her Occupational Therapy Doctorate degree at Salus University.
We hope to gain further... more
SUNY Downstate University Hospital of Brooklyn is recruiting participants for clinical research studies looking to determine the safety and effectiveness of a medication called Levoleucovorin, used for improving language in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW HAS A CHILD:
› Diagnosed with Autism... more
Study Seeking Participants Ages 14-30
10/28/2021
Participants needed for our research studies on brain function at Massachusetts General Hospital - Charlestown Campus! The studies involve behavioral assessments, measurements of brain waves using MEG/EEG, and pictures of the brain using MRI.
We are currently recruiting adolescents/adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders, and... more
Along with a research student Madeleine Diepman (who works under my supervision) I am conducting a research student on Understanding the Sensory Experiences of Autistic Children and Young People in the School of Psychology at University College Dublin, Ireland.
The research invites parents/ guardians of autistic and non-autistic... more
Persons with ASD characteristically process information differently than their typically developed peers (Carter, Williams, Hodgins, & Lehman, 2014; Jarrold, et al., 2013; Moore, Cheng, McGrath, & Powell, 2005; Parsons, 2016). Current research examining technology use for those with ASD has shown that when individuals with ASD are... more
Autism Spectrum Support Systems
10/01/2021
We are consulting with some developers of a wearable device for autistic children to help predict, detect, alleviate, and possibly prevent behavioral meltdowns in the community due to overstimulation and anxiety. Would you be willing to share your opinions in this very brief 10-min. survey?
We are asking parents and caregivers of autistic... more
The goal of this study is to understand the role that our genes, gut microbiome, and environmental factors play in the development of autism. We hope to identify potential biomarkers (in the blood, stool, urine and saliva) predictive of autism development and ultimately predict, prevent and treat ASD symptoms and GI comorbidities. We are... more
The purpose of this research is to examine how children of color with autism learn how to perspective-take, which means putting themselves in other people’s shoes and understanding other points of view. Specifically, this research looks at how parents teach perspective-taking to their child, and how that helps their child develop... more
Children who have significant disabilities often have challenges when communicating. Often these children will use alternative methods to support their communication. This survey and interview-based study aims to seek the perspectives of the parents of these children. We know that children who have these challenges often have poor academic,... more
Depression Treatment for Autistic Adults
09/21/2021
This study is evaluating the efficacy of a 12-week mental health treatment designed to help with symptoms of depression. You may be eligible for you are at least 18 years of age, have a previous diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder, live in NY, NJ or can travel to Rutgers University, and have someone who will participate with you (e.g., parent,... more
Romantic relationships in autism
09/21/2021
Enter the draw to win 1 of 20 Amazon gift cards valued at $20 (AUD) upon completion of this survey!
(If you completed the survey during our first round of advertising and would like to be retrospectively entered into the prize draw, please email Ying at ryew@deakin.edu.au to let us know)
Researchers at Deakin University are... more
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are potentially traumatic experiences that occur in childhood; some of the experiences include witnessing violence, experiencing abuse, and experiencing community violence. It has been shown that the autistic population is more likely to experience Adverse Childhood Experiences, including abuse. Although... more
The EMBRACED Study
09/16/2021
This is a national survey exploring the relation between a set of mental skills, called executive functions, and behavioral and emotional challenges in children with autism spectrum disorder between the ages of 5 and 10. This study consists of a few short surveys involving questions about your child's behaviors, ASD symptoms, and cognitive... more
My name is Jackie Lorrainne and I am a doctoral candidate in the Ed.D. program in Higher Education Leadership at Maryville University. I am conducting a research study to explore perceptions, experiences, and self-efficacy of African American college students with autism. The participants for the study will include current or former college... more
The ANDI Lab at the George Washington University's research focuses on understanding social learning patterns in children and adolescents.
Currently, we are looking for children ages 8-17 to participate in an online study. Participants will be asked to complete a quick online game, after which they will be compensated $20 per hour of... more
We are seeking Autistic teens and young adults who'd like their voices to be heard in our next book. We will compile responses to this survey to shape the book by neurodivergent voices. One co-author is Autistic and the other has children and a sibling on the spectrum. We designed the survey in collaboration with our teen and young adult Autistic... more
Employment Experiences and Accommodations
08/30/2021
Employment Experiences and Accommodations
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The purpose of this study is to understand the ways in which autistic employees communicate about their private information when they (1) notify their employer about their autism diagnosis (2) request and/or negotiate for accommodations needed to be professionally... more
I am interested in learning what motivates young autistic people from their own perspective. Many people on the autism spectrum have special interests which they are highly motivated to do. I want to know what makes them so motivating. I am also interested in the motivation for exercise and sport.
The study will be online interviews (Microsoft... more
Psychopathology and Sensory Symptoms in Adult Women with ASD and Gastrointestinal Dysfunction
08/13/2021
This study seeks to recruit adult autistic women, with and without medical/gastrointestinal complications. Participants need to have an established/documented history of of ASD. The research battery will include a brief interview and a series of psychometric and interview measures. Participation is remote will require 2-3 hours in total.... more
Sex Differences in the Traits and Diagnosis of Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder(s)
08/13/2021
This study will examine the differences between males ad females in the traits and diagnosis of ASD by using a series of 13 questions. Through a collection of survey responses, it is my hope that I will find more traits that can be changed/added to the diagnostic criteria for ASD so that it is more inclusive to those who aren't male and who don't... more
Our study explores the development of children who have autism, particularly during social interaction. Participating in these studies may help advance autism research, treatment, and intervention. Kids that have participated in the past have found our studies to be interesting, educational and fun! The study would require four visits (2 virtual,... more
Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine are interested in understanding parent's treatment preferences and perspectives for anxiety treatment in their children with ASD.
This study involves a brief, online, anonymous questionnaire about your thoughts and feelings toward treatment options available for your child.
Through this study, we... more
ASD Adult Imaging Study
08/06/2021
The Seaver Autism Center at Mount Sinai is seeking participants for a research study to help understand sensory and perceptual functioning in adults with autism spectrum disorder. The study will involve all non-invasive tasks, which may include computer testing, electroencephalography (EEG), and/or an fMRI. Diagnostic and clinical testing will... more
Autism Spectrum Disorder Families
08/06/2021
We are interested in the experiences of parents, guardians, and caretakers of an individual with ASD through the diagnosis process and how your family communicates within and outside of the family.
Participation involves:
- Taking a short demographic questionnaire
- Sharing your story with an interviewer for about 45-60 minutes via Zoom or... more
Developing Supports to Address Mental Health Needs of Autistic Students in Postsecondary Education
08/06/2021
Researchers at Rutgers University are recruiting autistic students and their parents/guardians for a semester-long research study to evaluate a self-guided intervention designed to support the emotional well-being of autistic students enrolled in Postsecondary Education (PSE).
You may be eligible if you:
- Are 18 years or older
- Are accepted... more
Avatars in Education
07/19/2021
The purpose of this research is to examine the impact of processing information in online learning. Largely, this research will explore the effects of perceived anthropomorphism (the attribution of human characteristics) on information processing in online learning environments, for typically developed individuals and those with Autism Spectrum... more
Harvard Medical School (HMS) is creating innovative training programs for clinicians, as well as patient and family resources to improve healthcare for all adults with ASD. The TEAMS Program (Targeted Education for Autism Management across Medical Specialties), is all about transitions, from pediatric care to adult care, across medical... more
What is this research study about?
This research study aims to better understand camouflaging/masking by autistic people. We want to better understand the psychological and social experiences that may affect whether and how much autistic adults camouflage/ mask. We also hope to explore and better understand the relationship between camouflaging/... more
Employment Experiences and Accommodations
07/06/2021
The purpose of this study is to understand the ways in which autistic employees communicate about their private information when they (1) notify their employer about their autism diagnosis (2) request and/or negotiate for accommodations needed to be professionally successful.
You may be eligible if:
(1) You are 18 years of age or older
(2) You... more
I am a graduate student at Miami University conducting a study on children of color with autism and theory of mind for my master's thesis, and I am having trouble recruiting participants. I am hoping you could help me with the recruitment. The research will examine what types of parental perspective-taking teachings are most effective in... more
Researchers at Rutgers University are recruiting autistic adults for a research study to evaluate a brief telehealth intervention designed to support coping with negative emotions during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.
You may be eligible if you:
- Are at least 18 years old
- Have a previous diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Have an... more
Hello,
My name is Caryn, I’m at UCL the UK.
We are doing a participatory research project. We have more autistics than non autistics on our team!
Our research is about autistic adult’s reflections on how their autistic identity was shared with them & subsequently spoken about in their households as children. We hope to inform parents... more
Do you have a developmental or intellectual disability? We want to learn from you!
We are doing interviews with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities so we can learn how to make a survey easy to use for people with disabilities. This survey can help doctors, therapists, and other people who work in healthcare learn about your... more
This research is supporting a larger project, AZORES – ALL IN BLUE (https://azoresallinblue.pt/home-eng.html), designed to promote inclusive tourism, particularly tailored for families with ASD children, in the Azores islands, Portugal. The Azores are a safe, sustainable, and non-mass tourism European destination in the middle of the... more
Online study for adolescents/young adults with ASD (including Asperger’s) and their parents!
Researchers from the Department of Psychology at Illinois Institute of Technology are conducting an online research study to learn more about the role of self-determination and perceived parental autonomy support on adolescents’/young adults’... more
Who can participate?
In the online study Investigating Depressive Symptomatology in Adolescents with ASD and ADHD, we are investigating the overlapping symptoms between depression and developmental disorders such as ASD and ADHD. We are looking for adolescents both with and without depression and with and without ASD or ADHD between the ages of... more
The purpose of this randomized control study is to examine various behavioral, social, and emotional changes that result from engaging in an OBH and CBT treatment program designed for adolescents. The purpose of the surveys is to obtain information regarding adolescent’s behavioral, social and emotional state to measure the effectiveness of the... more
The Autism Institute at Drexel University is doing a research study that involves developing and designing an application to improve transition-based outcomes for autistic youth and young adults ages 13-29. This virtual tool is designed to help autistic individuals meet their life goals by engaging autistic youth/young adults, their... more
This research focuses on the usability of websites containing animations on autistic people compared to non-autistic users. In addition, it will contribute knowledge to the human-computer interaction (HCI) research community and inform web designers on how to build more accessible websites that support the autistic community.
The research... more
Researchers at Case Western Reserve University are looking to recruit parents/caregivers of children between the ages of 6-18 years old with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
About This Study: Your involvement will be approximately 45-60 minutes, and is completely virtual. You will be compensated with a gift-card for your time! This is a study to... more
We are interested in creating a tool that can be used by clinicians to learn more about meltdowns and shutdowns when working with adults on the autism spectrum. We are looking for adults (age 18 years or older) who believe they are on the spectrum (may be formally or self-diagnosed) to share your experiences with meltdowns and shutdowns with... more
Sexuality and Relationship Education
06/09/2021
In our lab, we are currently studying a sexuality education program developed specifically for teenagers with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). We are looking for participants between 13 and 17 years old, with a diagnosis of ASD/Asperger’s syndrome to take our 18-week course sessions. Their caregivers/guardians will need to consent for them in a... more
To whom it may concern,
My name is Caryn, I’m at UCL the UK.
We are doing a participatory research project. We have more autistics than non autistics on our team!
Our research is about autistic adult’s reflections on how their autistic identity was shared with them & subsequently spoken about in their households as children. We hope... more
Researchers at Binghamton University are looking for 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗗𝗛𝗗 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗺𝗶𝗱𝗱𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗿 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 (𝗶.𝗲., 𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝟭𝟭-𝟭𝟵) 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼... more