Research Studies

AANE maintains this listing of current research for the community’s information and possible participation.

Please note:

  • These research studies are external and are not run by nor affiliated with AANE.
  • AANE is committed to identity-first language and non-medical language and approach but the research studies posted may not follow the same practices.

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Guidelines for Research Study Submission

  • Studies conducted in the United States should be reviewed and approved by an Institutional Review Board (IRB).
  • Studies conducted outside of the United States should be reviewed and approved by a comparable independent organization.
  • Studies will be posted on this page within 5 to 7 business days after the form is submitted if the study is consistent with AANE’s mission and values.
  • Research studies will be removed from this page approximately one year after being posted unless a different timeframe is specified.

Researchers are invited to submit or make updates to a previously submitted study by using the button below.

  • Southern CA Only – Seeking Adolescents (13-17yo) Diagnosed with Autism for a Research Study

    Hello, I am a Clinical Research Coordinator working with Next Level Clinical Trials in West Covina, CA. Our research team is seeking adolescents (13-17 yo) diagnosed with autism to participate in a research study. This study will help us understand a potential new (investigational) medication (“study drug”) for irritability in children and teenagers with autism. […]

  • Inclusion through Development in EMI (English Medium Instruction)

    I’m seeking 10 adult native English speakers who identify as neurodivergent (e.g., challenges with concentration can result from dyslexia, ADHD, autism, Asperger’s, OCD) to participate in an exciting online study.•What’s involved?🌟 15 English-language conversation sessions (45 minutes each) with Polish academics.🌟 Flexible topics designed to improve communication skills and foster meaningful dialogue.🌟 Pre- and post-study […]

  • Community Participation in Autistic Young Adults

    Boston University researchers are studying how autistic young adults (age 18-30) do community activities, such as social and recreation, leisure, and/or volunteering activities. They also want to learn your thoughts on how community activities relate to your well-being. Who can participate: ● Autistic young adults who age 18-30 What will I do? ● Participate in […]

  • Factors Influencing Mental Health in Autistic Adults

    Description: We are looking for autistic adults to share about factors that may enhance or interfere with mental wellbeing for autistic individuals. Participation will involve completing an anonymous survey with multiple-choice options. Who can participate: Any adults (age 18+) who are autistic (either formally-diagnosed through an autism assessment, informally-diagnosed by a clinician who was unable […]

  • Autism Stigma and Quality of Life Among Parents of Autistic Children

    We are seeking Black/African American and Latinx parents of autistic children aged 3-21 yers old to participate in a fully virtual study exploring experiences of stigma and their impact on quality of life. Name of Organization: Montclair State University’s Autism and Neurodevelopment Lab For questions, please email:: [email protected] Study Link:  https://montclair.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0ibD5XiBzAyJ4A6

  • Health and Wellness Coaching for College Students with Disabilities

    Join Our Health Coaching Program and Research Study! Are you looking to improve your physical fitness, nutrition habits, mind-body health, relationships, sleep, work-life balance, or personal development? Try health coaching with a UVM Health and Wellness Coaching student, offered virtually at times convenient for you. What can health and wellness coaching do for you? – […]

  • Research on Social Media use in Autistic Young Women and Non-Binary Individuals

    The APPEAR lab is inviting individuals to participate in a study exploring social media use and body image/eating as it relates to the autism experience. To be eligible for the study, participants must: 1) identify as autistic (no formal diagnosis required), 2) Be assigned female at birth, 3) identify as either female or outside of […]

  • Conversations Study

    We are looking for autistic children ages 8-14 in or around Boston. Compensation: $15 per hour Our Conversations Study includes one in-person session at our lab in Boston (lasts around 4 hours) and two online sessions via Zoom (15-30 min each). All of these sessions can be scheduled at your convenience. In this study your […]

  • Inclusion through Development in EMI (English Medium Instruction)

    Join Our Research Project! We’re seeking 10 adult native English speakers who identify as neurodivergent (e.g., dyslexia, ADHD, autism, Asperger’s, OCD, physical disabilities,..) to participate in an exciting online study. What’s involved? 🌟 15 English-language conversation sessions (45 minutes each) with Polish academics. 🌟 Flexible topics designed to improve communication skills and foster meaningful dialogue. […]

  • Trajectories into Autistic Burnout: Masking, anxiety, depression, and broad neurodivergent profiles

    Based on existing research and our clinical experience we suggest that autistic burnout is about demands and resources whereby autistic people enter burnout because for a long time the demands on them have extended the resources available to them. For this study we are interested in identifying and assessing the combination of energy depleting demands […]

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