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Research Studies

Research is the key to improving our knowledge about possible causes of autism and helping to identify effective treatments. The following researchers are seeking participants to assist in their studies.

If you are seeking funding sources to conduct a study, click here for more information about the Autism Society San Diego Bernard Rimland Memorial Research Grant.

If you are seeking participants for studies relating to ASD (must be IRB approved) and would like your information to be posted, please click here to submit.

Below is a list of researchers seeking participants for their studies.

The Quality of Life of Older Adults on the Autism Spectrum

11/15/2021

Rachel Colston
‪(530) 487-0699‬
colstonr@uwa.edu

The purpose of this study is to explore the experiences of older autistic adults (aged 50 years and older). Because of the understanding that there is no universal experience for anyone or any identity, and the lack of awareness about experiences of older adults, the study asks, “What are your social, emotional, mental, and physical quality of life experiences?” There are three parts of the study, a demographics survey, a quality of life assessment developed for those of us that identify as on the autism spectrum, and a quality of life interview with the main research conductor. Interviewees choose the mode of communication for the interview and will be compensated for completion of the study. Benefits also include having your experiences of quality of life shared. Feel free to reach out with any questions or share if you know someone interested in being interviewed!

The Autistic Brain Over 45: The Anatomic, Functional, and Cognitive Phenotype - 1

11/15/2021

Ralph-Axel Müller, Ph.D. & Ruth Carper, Ph.D.
(619) 594-0176
ASDAging@mail.sdsu.edu

We’re looking for adults age 40 to 65 years who have Autism Spectrum Disorder or Asperger’s Syndrome to participate in a new research study in San Diego, California.

This project will fill a large gap in our current knowledge of ASD with virtually nothing known about brain and behavioral changes after age 40. Participants will take part in cognitive testing and an MRI scan. Volunteers must live in the San Diego area, be able to follow verbal instructions, and be able to hold still for an MRI scan. Participants will be paid for participating.

This project is conducted by Dr. Ralph-Axel Müller of San Diego State University through a grant from the National Institutes of Health.

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Social Participation and Quality of Life in Young Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder

11/15/2021

Dr. Yan hua- Huang, Sabrina Setareh, Laura Silver, Ashley Wynne, Grace Yim, Lisa Yee
310-243-2136
sabrinasetareh@yahoo.com

The purpose of this study is to explore the quality of life of young adults with high functioning ASD. While there are studies on quality of life on adults with ASD, these studies have been taken place in foreign countries such as Germany and Taiwan. The findings will be helpful due to the need for occupational therapists to improve interventions to improve social skills of young adults with ASD. This study will be confidential and no names or personal information will be asked. We are hoping to have a total of 70 participants who meet the following criteria:

1. Adults between ages 18-35
2. Diagnosed with ASD
3. Able to legally consent for themselves

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Research Studies

The Quality of Life of Older Adults on the Autism Spectrum

The Autistic Brain Over 45: The Anatomic, Functional, and Cognitive Phenotype - 1

Social Participation and Quality of Life in Young Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder

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