Including individuals with intellectual disabilities in autism research
Improving inclusion of individuals with intellectual disability in autism neuroscience research
This study is looking at how children with autism and intellectual disabilities think and pay attention, using cool tools like brain scans and eye trackers, to help us find better ways to support them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Yale University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Haven, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11024110 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to improve our understanding of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in children who also have intellectual disabilities (ASD+ID). By including these often-overlooked individuals in neuroscience studies, the project will utilize advanced technologies like electroencephalography (EEG) and eye-tracking to gather data on brain function and visual attention. The study will involve 70 children aged 6-11 with ASD+ID and a matched group of children with intellectual disabilities but without autism. The goal is to identify key differences in brain responses and behaviors that can inform better support and interventions for these children.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are children aged 6-11 who have been diagnosed with both autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disabilities.
Not a fit: Children who do not have autism or intellectual disabilities may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment options for children with autism and intellectual disabilities.
How similar studies have performed: While research on autism has been extensive, this specific focus on children with both autism and intellectual disabilities is relatively novel and has not been widely tested.
Where this research is happening
New Haven, United States
- Yale University — New Haven, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mcpartland, James Charles — Yale University
- Study coordinator: Mcpartland, James Charles
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.