A5090455660- Autism Spectrum Disorder Research
- Family and Disability Support Research
- Behavioral and Psychological Studies
- Child and Adolescent Psychosocial and Emotional Development
- Child Nutrition and Feeding Issues
- Health Policy Implementation Science
- Digital Mental Health Interventions
- Mobile Health and mHealth Applications
- Child Development and Digital Technology
University of Washington
2022-2025
Seattle University
2023-2024
Florida State University
2023
Understanding factors that contribute to the quality of life (QoL) primary caregivers young autistic children can help researchers and clinicians provide high-quality support families. This study examined whether family demographic factors, parenting stress, caregivers' perceptions family-centered healthcare experiences uniquely predict QoL. Participants were toddlers with: features autism (n = 119), other developmental delays 101), no concerns 264). We hypothesized higher levels perceived...
Teachers often report concerns about behavior challenges in their students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) the school setting. Furthermore, teachers that they do not have adequate training how to manage these challenging behaviors effectively. The RUBI program is an intervention initially developed for parents of children ASD and co-occurring clinic settings. present project used staff input systematically redesign be educators schools. School gave at multiple stages development ensure...
Background Autistic youth primarily receive services in public schools from educators who persistently report variable training and use of evidenced-based practices (EBPs). Educational achievement individualized goals may be hindered by inconsistent implementation EBPs.
Caregivers of adults on the autism spectrum report having limited access to resources that aid in supporting their child and helping them lead more independent lives. There is a need for interventions designed teach caregivers strategies address challenging behaviors, as well promote independence. Using case study design, we evaluated preliminary feasibility acceptability Research Units Behavioral Intervention (RUBI) with three spectrum. Outcomes support acceptability, indicated by low...
Educators often feel ill-equipped to support autistic students in general education contexts, although research shows that inclusion these settings can contribute positive outcomes. Professional development (PD) evidence-based practices (EBPs) for address this need; however, it is essential understand the mechanisms by which PD improve educators’ EBP use. Through an explanatory sequential mixed-methods design (QUAN→ QUAL), authors gathered quantitative (Phase 1) and qualitative 2) data from...
Children with autism spectrum disorder and developmental disabilities (ASD/DD) often experience severe co-occurring psychological behavioral challenges, which can warrant inpatient psychiatric care. However, very little is known about the characteristics clinical care of children ASD/DD within context settings. In this paper, we describe factors unique to inpatients ASD or DD, by drawing on electronic health records from over 2300 adolescents ages 4-17 years admitted a pediatric unit 3-year...
ABSTRACTAutistic individuals consistently experience long waitlists to access assessment and intervention. Additionally, they report difficulty obtaining integrated services for their co-occurring medical mental health disorders. The current study seeks explore the way that graduate school training may contribute specialized siloed nature of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) Multiple sources data were collected understand opportunities related ASD, child health, integration ASD in American...
The early detection of autism spectrum disorder can lead to access disorder-specific services that have been shown a large impact on child's overall development. Although stable diagnosis be made by age 2 years, most children are not diagnosed until much later. To address this issue, study examined the effectiveness training Part C Early Intervention providers use an interactive screening tool, Screening Tool for Autism in Toddlers. Sixty-nine attended 1-day workshop After workshop, reported...
Background Fidelity, or the degree to which an intervention is implemented as designed, essential for effective implementation. There has been a growing emphasis on assessing fidelity of evidence-based practices autistic children in schools. Fidelity measurement should be multidimensional and focus core components assess their link with program outcomes. This study evaluated relation between ratings from multiple sources, tested child outcomes, determined relations outcomes psychosocial...
Introduction Autistic students have limited access to inclusive classes and activities in their schools. Principals special education teachers who directly teach administer programs for autistic elementary can offer critical insight into factors, such as educators’ attitudes, that may impact opportunities These attitudes serve barriers or facilitators of promoting an school setting. Methods Semi-structured interviews with 26 principals explored experiences implementing evidence-based...