Parent Perceptions of Social Support Programs on Interactive Technologies
Why is the research being done?
Our team is developing a game-like tablet application (app) to be used as a support program for children on the autism spectrum. Recognising facial expressions is a common under supported area of care for autistic children. If social interaction, specifically facial expressions are not supported, this can affect the child’s ability to interact socially. Whilst developing such an app, we believe it is important to seek out the thoughts and opinions of e-technology from caregivers of autistic children to determine how to best design the app.
Who can participate in the research?
Parents/guardians/carers of children aged between 5 and 12 years old who have previously met the diagnostic criteria for autism spectrum disorder are invited to participate.
What would you be asked to do?
You will be asked to attend a session with other caregivers and their children, led by Natalie Wall on a private video conferencing call. During the session, you will be asked a set of semi structured set questions in a group setting about your opinions of social support programs hosted on innovative technologies. The focus group will last no longer than one hour. You can choose how much or how little you want to speak during the group.
If you are interested in participating in this study, please complete the screening questionnaire online. If you have questions about the study, please contact Natalie Wall or Ulli Schall.
This study is being conducted by Prof U. Schall, A/Prof C. Loughland, A/Prof L. Campbell, E/Prof F. Henkens, Mr O. Smith and Ms N. Wall. It has been approved by the University’s Human Research Ethics Committee (Approval No H-2018-0441).
Our team is developing a game-like tablet application (app) to be used as a support program for children on the autism spectrum. Recognising facial expressions is a common under supported area of care for autistic children. If social interaction, specifically facial expressions are not supported, this can affect the child’s ability to interact socially. Whilst developing such an app, we believe it is important to seek out the thoughts and opinions of e-technology from caregivers of autistic children to determine how to best design the app.
Who can participate in the research?
Parents/guardians/carers of children aged between 5 and 12 years old who have previously met the diagnostic criteria for autism spectrum disorder are invited to participate.
What would you be asked to do?
You will be asked to attend a session with other caregivers and their children, led by Natalie Wall on a private video conferencing call. During the session, you will be asked a set of semi structured set questions in a group setting about your opinions of social support programs hosted on innovative technologies. The focus group will last no longer than one hour. You can choose how much or how little you want to speak during the group.
If you are interested in participating in this study, please complete the screening questionnaire online. If you have questions about the study, please contact Natalie Wall or Ulli Schall.
This study is being conducted by Prof U. Schall, A/Prof C. Loughland, A/Prof L. Campbell, E/Prof F. Henkens, Mr O. Smith and Ms N. Wall. It has been approved by the University’s Human Research Ethics Committee (Approval No H-2018-0441).
Piloting the TYLES App
Why are we conducting this study?
People on the autism spectrum often have difficulties with understanding complex facial expressions. To help support better understanding of these facial expressions, we are designing a game-like tablet app for autistic children and adolescents.
Who can participate?
Non-autistic and autistic (level 1 or 2) children who are 6 - 12 years old are invited to participate. Children will be screened for poor eyesight, epilepsy or epileptic episodes, severe head trauma with unconsciousness, social anxiety, intellectual disability (IQ < 70), and other neurological, psychological, or psychiatric disorders.
What will my child be required to do?
The study involves various assessments including characteristics associated with autism, social development. EEG and eye movement recordings will be made whilst your child looks at photos of objects and children showing different facial expressions (e.g., happy, angry, neutral). The study will take approximately 2 - 2.5 hours. You will be reimbursed for the travel expenses.
If you are interested in your child participating in this study, please visit https://tinyurl.com/uonautismstudy for the information statement and consent forms. If you have questions about the study, please contact Natalie Wall or Ulli Schall.
Please share this post if you know someone who may be interested in participating.
This study is being conducted by Prof U. Schall, A/Prof C. Loughland, A/Prof L. Campbell, E/Prof F. Henkens, Mr O. Smith and Ms N. Wall. It has been approved by the University’s Human Research Ethics Committee (Approval No H-2018-0441).
People on the autism spectrum often have difficulties with understanding complex facial expressions. To help support better understanding of these facial expressions, we are designing a game-like tablet app for autistic children and adolescents.
Who can participate?
Non-autistic and autistic (level 1 or 2) children who are 6 - 12 years old are invited to participate. Children will be screened for poor eyesight, epilepsy or epileptic episodes, severe head trauma with unconsciousness, social anxiety, intellectual disability (IQ < 70), and other neurological, psychological, or psychiatric disorders.
What will my child be required to do?
The study involves various assessments including characteristics associated with autism, social development. EEG and eye movement recordings will be made whilst your child looks at photos of objects and children showing different facial expressions (e.g., happy, angry, neutral). The study will take approximately 2 - 2.5 hours. You will be reimbursed for the travel expenses.
If you are interested in your child participating in this study, please visit https://tinyurl.com/uonautismstudy for the information statement and consent forms. If you have questions about the study, please contact Natalie Wall or Ulli Schall.
Please share this post if you know someone who may be interested in participating.
This study is being conducted by Prof U. Schall, A/Prof C. Loughland, A/Prof L. Campbell, E/Prof F. Henkens, Mr O. Smith and Ms N. Wall. It has been approved by the University’s Human Research Ethics Committee (Approval No H-2018-0441).