
Aspect Research Centre for Autism Practice - ARCAP
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Partnering with Autistic people and autism specialists, ARCAP drives research on real-world issues, delivering timely solutions to improve everyday lives.
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https://www.autismspectrum.org.au/about-autism/our-research 15-01-2020 01:13:43
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The recording of our webinar on the inclusion of people with intellectual disability in autism research is now available. Hear from Julian Trollor (Intellectual Disability Health), Dr Vicki Gibbs (ARCAP), Andrew Radford (advocate) & Kathy Harris (parent/Centre for Inclusive Supports): youtube.com/watch?v=EtqGbF…


📢Just published and open access – our study explored how newly diagnosed autistic adults engaged with the Reframing Autism "Welcome Pack". We found self-guided, neuro-affirming resources can foster connection, self-understanding & emotional processing. doi.org/10.1177/136236…

📱Our new study is investigating how Autistic adults use dating apps and websites. We invite Autistic adults who have used an app or website to try and meet a romantic or intimate partner to share their experiences. Complete the anonymous 15-min survey: griffithuw.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_e3…

🚨 Exciting news! Our project to evaluate an autism & Countering Violent Extremism (CVE) Community of Practice has been selected for the National CVE Research Project, funded by the Australian Department of Home Affairs & supported by AVERT Research Network. avert.net.au/impact/success… #CVE

♥️Seeking Autistic adults worldwide to share their experiences using dating apps. Complete an anonymous 15-min survey and Aspect (Autism Spectrum Australia) will donate $2 to your choice of three charities. griffithuw.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_e3… #AutismResearch #DatingApp



🙏Thank you to the Autistic adults, parents/carers and eye care professionals who participated in our eye care research study. Aspect (Autism Spectrum Australia) has donated to three not-for-profit organisations on your behalf. Stay tuned for the research findings. #ResearchForGoodAs #EyeCare #Autism


⚡ Autistic students face higher trauma risks. Aspect (Autism Spectrum Australia) & Berry Street worked together to bring trauma-informed practices to 9 autism-specific schools. Results? Better trauma literacy, staff attitudes & engagement. Read the study link.springer.com/article/10.100… #TraumaInformedEducation



📱How are autism and ADHD portrayed in some of TikTok’s most-viewed videos? In this new study led by Gail Alvares from The Kids Research Institute Australia, researchers found that most content came from people with lived experience sharing daily challenges, humour and strengths. liebertpub.com/doi/10.1089/au…

