The study aims to understand how autistic young adults experience self-determination (choice, autonomy, and decision-making) in social skills interventions. I am interested in hearing individual perspectives on goal-setting, experiences with professionals, and what supports or limits the ability to make decisions in these contexts.

Participation requires a Zoom interview (about one hour – with the option to break into shorter sessions if preferred), using whatever communication methods are most comfortable for each participant (spoken, typed, AAC, etc.). Participation is voluntary, and participants can skip questions or stop at any time. Personal information (names, contact information etc.) will be kept confidential. After the interview participants can review their responses, and make changes.

Responses will be analyzed as part of my dissertation research. Identifying information will not be used or shared. Results will be published in academic outlets and shared back with participants and the autism community in plain language.

Participants will receive a $30 Amazon e-gift card as a thank-you for their time.

Name of Organization:
University of Illinois at Chicago – College of Education

For questions, please email::
[email protected]

Study Link: 
https://www.redcap.ihrp.uic.edu/surveys/?s=M3FLDMP39K7JNEYW