Research Studies
updated 7/31/2025
The following research studies are not sponsored by the Autism Society Central Virginia. They are provided for informational purposes and should not necessarily be considered an endorsement by the ASCV. Please click on the links below to find out more about each research study.
CAREGIVERS OF INFANTS
- Bug-in-Ear eCoaching to Enhance Parents’ Use of Embedded Learning Opportunities with Preschool-Age Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- The Experiences of Mothers Feeding Their Infants Later Diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Children with ASD Aged 24-60 Months with Speech Difficulties and Use Communication Tools
- Automated Social Cognition & Imitation Screener for Infants with Autism
- Parents with an Infant and an Older Child with ASD to Identify Early Symptoms of Autism
CAREGIVERS OF CHILDREN
- Bug-in-Ear eCoaching to Enhance Parents’ Use of Embedded Learning Opportunities with Preschool-Age Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Virtual Well-Being Groups for Parents of Children with Autism
- Effectiveness of Screening Tools in Detecting Autism Spectrum Disorders in Children (Ages 5-11)
- Self-Care in the Context of Parenting a Child Diagnosed with ASD
- Inclusive Special Education Remote Instruction
- School-Home Communication for Educators and Families of Children with Autism
- Unheard No More: The Experiences of Black Caregivers Navigating Autism (Ages 2-8)
- Experiences of Caregiving and Oral Health – To contact a member of the study team, email: [email protected] or [email protected]. To enroll, call or text: 804-404-6670.
- Identifying Mental Health Concerns and Suicide Risk for Children and Adolescents on the Autism Spectrum (Ages 7-17 with Caregiver)
- Experiences of Chronic and Acute Pain in Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) – Child must be 10+ – Email [email protected]
ADOLESCENTS OR CAREGIVERS OF ADOLESCENTS
- Perspectives of Autistic Seniors/Juniors on the Transition Process to College
- Perspectives of Caregivers of Autistic Seniors/Juniors on the Transition Process to College
- Autism Spectrum Disorder & Language Processing
- Vanderbilt: Do you have experience with Section 504 of the REHAB ACT?
- ANDI at the George Washington University: How do children with autism and neurotypical children learn and make decisions?
- Self-Care in the Context of Parenting a Child Diagnosed with ASD
- Experiences of Siblinghood
- Understanding of Facial Expressions in Children and Young Adults with Autism
- Sex Education for Teens with ASD (Ages 13-17) – email [email protected]
- Mental Health and Social Support in Youth with ASD – email Lindsey Becker at [email protected]
- Transition Planning and Coordination for Teens & Young Adults
- Various Studies Implemented Through the Project Pathways Program
- School-Home Communication for Educators and Families of Children with Autism
- Perspectives of Autistic Teenagers on Their Experiences in Mental Health Therapy
- An Investigational Medication for Irritability in Autistic Children and Teenagers (Ages 5-17) – Contact [email protected]
- Identifying Mental Health Concerns and Suicide Risk for Children and Adolescents on the Autism Spectrum (Ages 7-17 with Caregiver)
AUTISTIC ADULTS
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- Autistic Women Who Received a Diagnosis After Age 30 And Who Have Applied for Social Security
- A Study Comparing Two Mental Health Therapies Among Autistic Adults
- Relationship, Employment, Autonomy, and Life Satisfaction (REALS)
- How Adults with Autism Experience Pain
- Understanding Physical Activity Habits in Adults with Autism
- Sticky Thinking (Repetitive Thoughts) and Stimming (Repetitive Behaviors) in Autistic Adults and How They Relate to Mental Health
- Neurodiversity and Higher Education *Student participants must be of racial/ethnic minority background, autistic/neurodivergent, and currently attending a community college or HBCU.*
- Mental Health Therapy for Autistic Individuals with an Intellectual Disability
- Structural Racism, Structural Ableism, and Intersectionality
- Predicting Job Satisfaction: Mattering at Work for Frontline Workers with Autism
- Postschool Outcomes of Immigrants with Disabilities
- Office Design for Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Improving Autism Diagnosis
- Evaluating the RUBI Program’s Impact on Addressing Behavioral Challenges
- Experiences of Chronic and Acute Pain in Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) (Ages 20+) – Email [email protected]
- Role of Social Determinants of Health in Health Outcomes for Autistic Emerging Adults (18-30) – Email [email protected]
- STAR at UVA & AASET at UNC – Comparing Two Mental Health Therapies Among Autistic Adults Living in Virginia and Experiencing Depression and/or Anxiety (18+)
- Experiences of Social Media, Body Image, and Eating Among Young Women and Non-Binary People (18-25)
- Exploring Distressing Behavior Among Autistic Adults and its Impact on Siblings and Other Family Members: Call 615-343-1014 or email [email protected] with any questions
- Autistic Students’ Perceptions of Hybrid Flexible Instruction in Higher Education: Email [email protected] with any questions
Please contact us at [email protected] if you are interested in posting a research study with the ASCV.