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Research Study Description

Researchers at Boston Children’s Hospital are looking for participants to test a new dating and sexuality curriculum designed for the specific needs of autistic adults. Participation will include an initial screening call (30 minutes). If eligible, you will be asked to participate in one phone call and three visits along with 20 CRUSH training sessions. During the study, researchers will ask your opinion about the training curriculum and assessments. You will also be asked to complete a brief assessment at baseline, midway, and just after training. You will receive a small payment for participating and free parking. If you are interested in learning more about this project, please contact First CRUSH at 617-919-4108 or [email protected].

Who is eligible to participate?
-18-30 years old
-Diagnosed with autism OR self-identifies as autistic
-Verbally fluent in English
-Lives within 50 miles of Brookline, MA
-Has NOT received any other sexual health or dating curricula as an adult



Name of Organization:
Boston Children's Hospital


For questions, please email::
[email protected]


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