INSTITUTE FOR AUTISM RESEARCH

INSTITUTE FOR AUTISM RESEARCH

Participate in Research

Advances in the understanding and treatment of autism and related developmental disorders are dependent on sound research. Faculty at the IAR are dedicated to conducting rigorous studies that shed light on key aspects of the disorders and identify effective treatments and educational programming that maximizes the quality of life of those affected and their families. If you are interested in participating in research, please consider one of the projects listed below. These projects are currently accepting applications.

Current Studies

 This study is examining the the effect of treatment intensity on program outcomes and feasibility of the comprehensive summer psychosocial program, summermax (formerly known as Connections) is for 7-12 year old children with high-functioning autism spectrum disorders (Asperger’s, high-functioning autism, and PDDNOS). summermax has been studied extensively and found to be highly effective in promoting the social skills and performance of these children. The program targets social skills, face and emotion recognition, interpretation of non-literal language, and interest expansion using fun activities in a camp format. The 2013 program will be conducted for 5 weeks (Monday – Friday) from 8:50am – 4:10pm from June 24th through July 26th.

If you are interested in having your child participate in this program, please submit:

  • Documentation of Diagnosis of an Autism Spectrum Disorder (Autism, Asperger’s, or PDD-NOS) by a medical doctor, psychiatrist, or psychologist
  • Family Information Form (required) – please print, complete, and submit
  • Psychological and/or psychiatric reports·
    Speech and language reports
  • Most recent IEP (if receives special education services)
  • Other relevant educational records and special education documents

Submit via mail, email, or fax to:

SUMMER MAX
Institute for Autism Research
Canisius College
2001 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14208

For questions, contact thei IAR at iar@canisius.edu or 716-888-2800

This study is evaluating the effectiveness of conducting an afterschool program based on the summer social development program for 7-12 year old children with high-functioning autism spectrum disorders (Asperger’s, high-functioning autism, and PDDNOS). The treatment will be provided over 18 weeks (two 90-minute sessions per week) during the 2013-14 school year. The sessions will be conducted from 4:30 to 6:00 PM. The program focuses on social skills, interest expansion, interpretation of non-literal language (idioms), and face and emotion recognition. Each 90-minute treatment session contains instruction, role play and modeling and therapeutic activities to practice skills.

If you are interested in having your child participate in this program, please submit:

  • Documentation of Diagnosis of an Autism Spectrum Disorder (Autism, Asperger’s, or PDD-NOS) by a medical doctor, psychiatrist, or psychologist
  • Family Information Form (required) – please print, complete, and submit
  • Psychological and/or psychiatric reports
    Speech and language reports
  • Most recent IEP (if receives special education services)
  • Other relevant educational records and special education documents

Submit via mail, email, or fax to:

MAX OUT
Institute for Autism Research
Canisius College
2001 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14208

Fax Number: (716) 888-8540
Email: iar@canisius.edu

For questions, contact thei IAR at iar@canisius.edu or 716-888-2800
Career Experiences of Young Adults with Asperger's Syndrome, High-Functioning Autism and PDDNOS

This study is examining the experiences of 18 years of age or older with high functioning autism spectrum disorders (HFASDs) with career planning and/or job attainment. Information gained from this study will help in the development of formal career support for individuals with HFASDs. NOte that HFASDs include individuals with Asperger's Disorder and Pervasive Developmental Disorder - Not Otherwise Specified (PDDNOS). 

Participation in this study will take no more than 90 minutes total and can be completed at one's own pace over multiple sessions. No identifiable or personal information will be collected to assure the privacy of the participant.

To start participation, click on the weblink below. On this weblink the participant will complete a brief self screening, read information about this study and what the participant is being asked to do , learn about participant's rights in completing this study and how to contact research staffrecieve some contact information. After this information is reviewed, the participant will complete a demographic form and several surveys. Those surveys ask about the participant's confidence in getting a job and how the participant deals with stress in their job (if participant has one).  The surveys also ask about types of supports, barriers, career goals, career expectations, and career interests. Begin the online screening.

If you have questions regarding this study please contact:

Gloria K. Lee, PhD, CRC
Associate Professor
University at Buffalo - the State University of New York
Buffalo, NY 14260-1000

E-mail: glee4@buffalo.edu
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