Characterizing Technology Use in Children and Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder affecting 1 in 68 children. Approaches that use technology can potentially decrease cost of ASD interventions and treatments and contribute to improving their effectiveness. There is currently not enough evidence to inform how these technology-based interventions should be designed. The goal of this study is to fill this gap. We will do this by conducting a national survey to better understand technology use patterns in children with and without ASD. The survey will look at how, what, and where technology is used, how technology use is affected by gender, age, and autism symptoms, and how technology impacts the children and families health and quality of life. Overall, this study will inform the development of evidence-based technology-based interventions that can improve outcomes for individuals with ASD.

Faculty Supervisor:

Azadeh Kushki

Student:

Partner:

Autism Speaks Canada

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Health and Related Sciences & Technology; Other services (except public administration)

University:

University of Toronto

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