Improving executive functioning support for Spanish-speaking neurodivergent children and their families.
Addressing Disparities: Evaluating an Executive Functioning Intervention with Spanish-speaking Neurodivergent Children and their Families in Mexico and Colorado
This study is working to make it easier for Spanish-speaking families with children who have autism or ADHD to get helpful support by testing a Spanish version of a program called 'Unstuck and On Target' and making sure it fits well with their culture.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Colorado Denver NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Aurora, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11051369 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing access to intervention services for Spanish-speaking families with neurodivergent children, specifically those diagnosed with autism and ADHD. The project will implement a Spanish-language version of an executive functioning intervention called 'Unstuck and On Target' in the U.S. while also gathering data from stakeholders in Mexico. By assessing the feasibility and acceptability of this intervention, the research aims to adapt it to better fit the cultural context of Mexican families. The ultimate goal is to improve the long-term outcomes for these children by providing effective support tailored to their needs.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Spanish-speaking families with children aged 0-11 who have been diagnosed with autism or ADHD.
Not a fit: Patients who do not speak Spanish or whose children are not diagnosed with autism or ADHD may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve access to effective intervention services for Spanish-speaking neurodivergent children and their families.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using the 'Unstuck and On Target' intervention, but this adaptation for Spanish-speaking populations is a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Aurora, UNITED STATES
- University of Colorado Denver — Aurora, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Safer-Lichtenstein, Jonathan Paul — University of Colorado Denver
- Study coordinator: Safer-Lichtenstein, Jonathan Paul
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.