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If you would like to participate in a research study, read the submissions below and contact the researchers.
Current postings
Autistic Youth Experiences of Social Camouflage Processes, Externally Enforced ‘Social Skills’, and Autonomy
This study is exploring experiences of social camouflage (“autistic masking”), self-evaluations and self-understanding, and choice-making. Findings should help to inform improvements in research, as well
Nothing without us: Towards inclusive, equitable policy strategies for youth with disabilities and their families post-COVID19
The Disability Policy Research Program at the University of Calgary is currently recruiting participants for a study that aims to generate disability-inclusive policies post-COVID-19 through
Diversité de paroles
Cette recherche a pour objectif de faire état du vocabulaire souhaité par les membres de la communauté autiste francophone en les sondant directement et de
Exploring transitions out of high school for autistic youth: An appreciative inquiry
This study will explore the transition out of high school form the perspective of youth with autism and parents of youth with autism. The researchers
The impacts of social stimuli on physiological reactivity and cognitive performance
Considering the frequent use of strategies for increasing eye contact, it is crucial to understand the physiological reactivity to eye contact in ASD due to
Quality of Life in transition aged youth with autism and/or intellectual disability: relationship between quality of life, transition factors, and anxiety
We are seeking parents of youth with either autism and/or an intellectual disability for our online survey on quality of life during the transition to
Parents views on finding resources and learning about autism
Our autism services team is seeking parent input on the design of an online resource portal that can help parents make important decisions about treatment
Experiences of Peer Interaction Amongst Autistic 2SLGBTQ+ Youth in Secondary Institutions
This thesis research project examines the intersection of an autistic and 2SLGBTQ+ identity, and how such identities are experienced by youth in secondary institutions (in
Family Experiences and Neurodevelopmental Disorders
The Family Developmental Psychopathology lab is a research team at the University of Manitoba. We are conducting a study, and are looking for mothers and
Family Experiences and Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Summary: My team of researchers is currently recruiting mothers and fathers across the United States and Canada to participate in an online survey on parenting experiences.
Autistic Parent Experiences of Prenatal Education
Summary: In this study, we are interested in your experiences with prenatal education. Your opinions will be used to develop helpful and relevant prenatal education for
Opinion of Various Common Hiring Practices
Summary: In this study we are interested in your opinion of various common hiring practices. Your opinions will inform best practices in the use and creation
Experiences with Autism Assessment in Adulthood
Summary: What was your experience of being assessed for autism obtaining an autism diagnosis in adulthood? We want to know about your thoughts about the processes
How Parents and Teachers See Children on the Spectrum Differently
Summary: Why do some children get flagged for an autism assessment and others don’t? This new study is investigating how people in a child’s life see
Study on the Well-being of Parents of Children with Autism spectrum disorder
Summary: In this study, we are evaluating an entertaining new game for children on the autism spectrum’s rhythmic and cognitive abilities. The game is a The
YOUR CHILD CAN PARTICIPATE IN A STUDY ON MUSIC, VIDEO GAMES AND AUTISM FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR HOME
Summary: In this study, we are evaluating an entertaining new game for children on the autism spectrum’s rhythmic and cognitive abilities. The game is a mobile
Strengthening Workforce Engagement for Neurodiverse Workers
Summary: On behalf of the Future Skills Centre, the Conference Board of Canada is conducting a new research study to explore current best practices and strategies
Survey on Housing Need for Autistic Adults in Quebec
Summary: In Quebec, people on the spectrum have a hard time finding affordable housing that meets their needs. The results from this survey will help to
A dimension exploration of factors associated with ‘autistic burnout’
Summary: We want to understand factors associated with ’autistic burnout’, and the impact of burnout on mental/ physical wellbeing and quality of life. We hope this
Multi-Stakeholder Perspectives on Acceptability of Pediatric Autism Therapies: A Mixed Methods Study
Summary: In Canada, autistic children may receive different therapies, like occupational therapy, speech-language pathology services, physical therapy, or applied behavior analysis-based therapies. While the use of