How autism care coordination affects parents' health and stress
Autism Complexity and Parental Wellbeing: The Role of Care Coordination in Promoting Health Equity
['FUNDING_R03'] · FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY · NIH-11062253
This study looks at how support services for kids with autism can help their parents feel less stressed and healthier, while also considering how different backgrounds and locations might affect these experiences.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R03'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (FAIRFIELD, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11062253 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how care coordination services for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) impact the health and stress levels of their parents. It aims to assess the severity of ASD in relation to other conditions and explore how geographic and sociodemographic factors influence these outcomes. By analyzing a large dataset from the National Survey of Children’s Health, the study will evaluate the effectiveness of care coordination in improving parent well-being. The findings could help identify disparities in care and inform strategies to enhance support for families dealing with ASD.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are parents of children aged 0-11 years who have a current diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder.
Not a fit: Patients without children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder or those outside the age range of 0-11 years may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved care coordination strategies that enhance the health and well-being of parents with children diagnosed with autism.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that effective care coordination can significantly improve health outcomes for families dealing with chronic conditions, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
FAIRFIELD, UNITED STATES
- FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY — FAIRFIELD, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: PARKER, MICHELE LEANN — FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: PARKER, MICHELE LEANN
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Conditions: Child Development Disorders