Research Study: Caregivers and the Development of Autistic Identity

Researchers at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Department of Human Development and Family studies would like to explore how autistic identity develops in children between the ages of 6 and 11 years old. The study focuses on the perspectives of neurotypical caregivers. It will examine how their beliefs, attitudes, and daily practices may shape or support their child’s understanding of being autistic.

Participation Requirements

• Neurotypical caregivers (parents or guardians) caring for an autistic child aged 6 to 11
• Comfortable participating in interviews or surveys for research purposes

For more information on how to participate, please contact Andrea Fanta via email at andreaf3@illinois.edu or call (217) 693-2511.

Autism New Jersey strongly recommends reviewing the following information prior to participating in any research study:

For more information and a comprehensive list of potential benefits and risks of participating, please contact the investigators. For helpful information on being an informed research participant, please visit the Organization for Autism Research’s (OAR) Parent’s Guide to Research. Appendix B provides a list of questions to ask prior to participation and overviews your rights as a research participant.