1 The National Autistic Society
The National Autistic Society offers a valuable free eLearning module aimed at helping neurotypical individuals better comprehend the world of autistic teenagers. This resource is thoughtfully designed for parents and caregivers, providing them with essential insights and understanding.
The module was not only collaborated with buy led by autistic people.
You can find the module, and others, here.
Why is this on a website for autistic adults? It is acknowledged that there is a genetic risk of autism, and due to delays in diagnosis young people over 16 in Kirklees go through the adult diagnostic route.
The best bit is that it is absolutely free in 2024, other modules may have a cost.
2 The University of Glasgow
Diagnosed or self-identified volunteers required for university study at the University of Glasgow. I have received a request from Ruth who is undertaking an MSc Psychology dissertation.
There are two parts to the experiment:
- Writing brief descriptions of behavoiur you see in seven animations (aprox 30s each).
- Completing a recreated version of the Camoflaging Autistic Traits Questionnaire.
The experiment will take approximately 40 minutes, including reading through instructions. (Their words, it took me 50.) You do not need to complete both tasks in one sitting. You will be reimbursed for your time with a Love2shop voucher.
Participant requirements:
- Age 18 or above.
- A native English speaker or equivalent proficiency.
- A stable internet connection.
If you are interested contact Ruth on 1002299t@student.gla.ac.uk
If you know anyone else who would be interested feel free to share this with them.
1Autism is highly heritable: It is estimated at least 50% of genetic risk is predicted by common genetic variation and another 15-20% is due to spontaneous mutations or predictable inheritance patterns. The remaining genetic risk is yet to be determined. ©UCLAHealth 2023
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