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Researchers at University of Alberta are recruiting six to eight Autistic adults who have or are engaged in services; six to eight support staff who support Autistic adults (e.g. Social architects, Program Facilitators); and four to six clinicians who work with Autistic adults (e.g. OT’s, SLP’s, Psychologists) to co-design a toolbox of strategies to help staff support Autistic people to be more self-determined.
For continuity of the project, participants are asked to commit to all three workshops (held virtually). An honorarium will be provided including gift cards.
Who is eligible to participate?
- Are Autistic with or without a formal diagnosis; with or without an intellectual disability
- And / or are a clinician who works with Autistic people (e.g. OT, SLP, Physician, Psychologist, etc.)
- And / or provide direct support to Autistic people as a Program Facilitator, social architect, community aide, etc.
- Would like to help the researchers to create a toolbox of strategies to help staff support Autistic people to be more self-determined
How can I apply?
If you are interested in applying to participate in this study, please contact Dr. Jackie Ryan at jgryan@ualberta.ca (Ethics ID #: Pro00144075). Applications will be accepted until November 15, 2024.
Researchers at University of Calgary are recruiting Autistic women (18 years or older) who were diagnosed with autism before age 5 to understand the camouflaging experiences of early-diagnosed Autistic females. Camouflaging is defined as a set of intentional behaviors and cognitive strategies used by Autistic individuals to hide their Autistic traits.
The University of Calgary Conjoint Faculties Research Ethics Board has approved this study (REB24-0616).
Study details
Participants will complete a demographic survey to assess their eligibility. Those eligible will complete a one-on-one interview (in-person at the University of Calgary or virtually via Zoom), which typically lasts between 30 to 45 minutes. Participants will be entered to win one of two Amazon $25 dollar gift cards.
How can I apply?
If you are interested in participating in this study, please contact Bethany Torraville (bethany.torraville@ucalgary.ca) or Dr. Adam McCrimmon (awmccrim@ucalgary.ca).