Help Move the Science of Autism Forward. Join a Study.
From developing new treatments to understanding the earliest signs of autism, research is critical. Yet, Autism Speaks reports that only
5 percent of families who are affected by autism participate in research. Help us improve the science behind the treatment and diagnosis of autism by joining a study today.
This study uses tiny cameras to track a baby's eye movements. This helps clinicians see how a baby focuses on pictures and movies. Babies with autism tend to focus on a person's mouth and body, as well as items in the scene.
Who can be a part of the study?
We need pregnant moms, or moms who have a baby younger than 3 months old and an older biological child who is:
- Diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
OR
- Typically developing with no family history of ASDs
There is no cost to families who take part in the study, and there are many benefits to families, including compensation for your participation.
This study sees how toddlers with—and without—developmental delays look at people and their environment.
Who can be a part of the study?
- 18 to 28 - month-old children with developmental delays, including ASD
- 18- to 28- month-old typically developing children
There is no cost to families who take part in the study, and there are many benefits to families, including compensation for your participation.
The purpose of the study is to evaluate the effectiveness of Parent Training (PT) in reducing irritability and noncompliant behavior in children with PDD. As part of this study, your child will undergo a variety of assessments including, but not limited to, medical history, intelligence and noncompliant behavior. You will be randomly assigned (i.e., by chance) to either PT or a Psychoeducational Program (PEP).
In both treatments, you will be part of an extensive, 6-month set of one-on-one sessions with a therapist, including monthly assessment visits. Afterwards, there will be a 3 month and 6 month follow-up visit. Compensation will be provided as small payments to offset travel expenses during visits.
Who can be a part of the study?
Children between 3 years 6 years old and are currently enrolled in a structured school program, who:
- Have a diagnosis of PDD (autistic disorder, Asperger's disorder or PDD-NOS)
- Are currently on a stable intervention plan where there are no scheduled changes in intensity of treatment for the next six months
- Medication free or stable on medication with no changes in the past six weeks and no scheduled changes for the next six months.
