Participants Needed - The Employment Experiences of Autistic Adults
About the study:
We are looking for 100 autistic adults to share their experiences attempting to find work, and/or in the workplace. As part of this study you will be interviewed by a researcher to find out more about your experience with job searches, job interviews, and experiences in the workplace (if you have been employed). As part of this research we will video and/or audio record your interview to better understand how body language and speech characteristics might also contribute to employment success. These results will help us to better understand how experiences with finding and keeping a job might be different for autistic people.Who can participate?
If you are interested, 18+ years of age, and agree to participate you will be asked to provide information about your personality traits, as well as take part in an interview where a researcher will ask you questions related to employment.Some information will be gathered through a secure online survey, while the interview can take place online (on zoom) or in person at Wilfrid Laurier University, or another location of your choosing.
Time and compensation:
In total, the research experience will take between 1-1.5 hours. You will be compensated with $30 for your time.If you have any questions or wish to participate, please reach out to us at
cognisantlab[at]gmail.com
Online Study — Pathways to an Autism Diagnosis
About the study:
The Cognisant Lab is dedicated to improving the autism diagnosis experience, aiming to assist both parents seeking a diagnosis for their child and adults seeking a diagnosis for themselves. Currently, numerous obstacles hinder these individuals. As part of our research, we seek to gain deeper insights into these barriers in order to provide valuable information to families, adults, professionals, and policymakers.Who can participate?
If you have obtained an autism diagnosis, faced challenges in obtaining one, or are currently navigating the process, we would greatly appreciate hearing about your experience.
Time and compensation:
This survey typically takes between 15 to 45 minutes, depending on the length of your responses. Upon completion, you will be entered into a draw for a $50 gift card of your choice.If you have any questions or wish to participate, please reach out to us at
diagnosispathways[at]gmail.com