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Current postings
Teachers’ perspective on the student-teacher relationship infemale students with autism spectrum disorder
Summary: The purpose of the study is to further investigate teachers’ perspective on the student-teacher relationship quality with female students with autism spectrum disorder and the
Understanding the Sensory Experiences of Autistic Children and Young People
Summary: The research invites parents and guardians of autistic and non-autistic children to answer an online questionnaire regarding their child’s sensory experiences. This questionnaire consists of
The Association Between Sleep and Academic Performance in Children and Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Summary: The purpose of our study is to better understand the associations between sleep and academic performance in youth with autism. This is imperative as research
The Missing Voice: A Comparison of Autistic Young Adults’ and Inclusive Employers’ Perspectives of Work Readiness Skills Needed to Enter the Calgarian Workforce
Summary: We are conducting a study to learn about the first-hand experiences of Chinese immigrants who have been diagnosed with autism in Canada, with the goal
The Chinese Immigrant Experience of an Autism Diagnosis
Summary: We are conducting a study to learn about the first-hand experiences of Chinese immigrants who have been diagnosed with autism in Canada, with the goal
Understanding camouflaging/ masking in autistic adults
Summary: 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
The CRISIS Study: COVID-19 and Reading Impairments- Survey Investigating Socializing
Summary: Social support and socializing are protective factors for managing stressful situations. A current stressful situation for individuals around the world is the COVID-19 pandemic. Due
Exploring autism-related language preferences across the globe
Summary: Our study aims to further our understanding of the autism-related language preferences of autistic people across the globe. This is because it’s really important for
The Relationships Between Language Preferences, Autism Acceptance, and Mental Health
Summary: Is it ‘person with autism’ or ‘autistic person’? We want to learn how language preferences about autism develop and how they relate to autism acceptance
Autistic Self-Advocacy and Safety Online
Summary: My name is Jessica. I am an autistic researcher at Carleton University. I am looking for autistic adults to give feedback on my study about
Autistic Adults’ Perspectives on Education and Intervention Services
Summary: Often intervention and education for autistic children is designed and implemented without any input from autistic individuals themselves. This is why researchers in the Department
The Influence of Self-efficacy and Language Abilities on Sexual Communication Outcomes
Summary: Previous research suggests that a person’s confidence in their ability to communicate effectively influences sexual communication and behaviours. Our study will investigate how language-related difficulties
Promoting the Social Inclusion of Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder Via Mobile Technologies
Summary: I have been studying how mobile technologies like iPads can promote social inclusion of students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) by meeting their communication, social,
Self-compassion and emotion regulation in adults on the autism spectrum
Summary: Self-compassion involves being warm and understanding toward ourselves when we suffer or make mistakes. Research shows self-compassion is associated with better mental health and improved
Parents experience of transitioning into independent living
Summary: This project is interested in parents who have adult children with Autism and their experiences of transitioning into independent living, although parents who have adult
Facilitators of and barriers to romantic relationship success in autistic individuals
Summary: This project aims to identify potential facilitators of and barriers to romantic relationship success in autistic individuals. This information will inform future efforts to support
Understanding the experiences of students with disabilities: A study of self-determination and the quality of student life in postsecondary settings
Summary: The purpose of this exploratory study is to develop a meaningful understanding of the experiences of students with disabilities regarding self-determination skills and perceived quality
Life beyond Trauma: 1-on-1 e-health program for parents of neurodiverse children
Summary: Life beyond Trauma: 1-on-1 e-health program for parents of neurodiverse children Talk about challenging experiences in your life and in parenting Specifically developed for parents
Surviving and Thriving in Parenting Neurodiverse Children
Summary: SURVEY ABOUT REWARDING AND CHALLENGING EXPERIENCES WITH YOUR NEURODIVERSE CHILD Takes 30 minutes • Online survey • Chance to win $100! • Highly confidential Funded
Study about youth with disabilities’ experiences in looking for work or being employed
Summary: We want to understand your experiences looking for workor being employed. Specifically, we want to understand your experiences with coping in a competitive work environment.