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Current postings
A Neurodivergent Lens: Recommended Practices for Neuroinclusivity
The goal of this study is to develop a toolkit and an educational resource that will include a set of recommended practices to apply a
Gastrointestinal Symptoms and the Relationship with Family History of Autoimmune Disease, Health History and Sensory Issues
The aim of this study is to examine gastrointestinal symptoms in autistic children and adolescents between the ages of 3 to 17 years. We are
The Psychological Assessment of Children with Visual Impairment (PACVI)
We currently lack appropriate assessment measures to understand the cognitive functioning and neurodevelopment (under the larger umbrella term of psychological assessments) in children with visual
A Neurodivergent Lens: Recommended Practices for Neuroinclusivity
We are looking for neurodivergent adults to collaborate with us to develop a toolkit and educational resource that will help make Canada more accessible and
Aging in Autism Spectrum Disorders: Changes in Brain Structure and Function
This study will help us develop a better understanding of autistic adults/adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Not enough is known about the aging process
Survey to inform the development of an important online Autism Partenting Platform
We are developing an important online parenting platform for families with autistic children and your insights can help us to build the platform you want.
Developing the Patient-reported Genetic testing Utility InDEx (P-GUIDE)
The Hayeems lab at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is developing a checklist to measure how parents/caregivers value genetic testing. This checklist will help
Well-being of parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder or Developmental Coordination Disorder: cross-cultural and cross-disorder comparative studies
I am currently conducting my PhD at Université Paris Cité in Paris under the supervision of Pr. Emilie Cappe. Our research project is a cross-cultural
Contribution of molecular biomarkers to early diagnosis, disease management and stratification of Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Results of the Molecular You pilot study have shown that there are ASD specific biomarkers that can help differentiate between ASD and unaffected individuals. This
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