Inclusive Autism Research: Perspectives of Autistic People
Presented by Jason P. Harris, Anne Stevenson, and Lori B. Vincent
Sponsored by TBD
Date and Time
2025 Disability Summit
Pre-recorded Session
Presentation Materials
Link to be provided
Abstract
In our recent research study, an inclusive team of researchers sought to understand the perspectives and experiences of Autistic adults. A team of six
researchers, including two on the autism spectrum, developed interview questions, conducted interviews with 9 Autistic adults, and coded qualitative data using thematic analysis. During this presentation, three of the researchers, including two Autistic researchers, will discuss the research process and provide outcomes of the study included themes that emerged from the interviews. Suggestions for other inclusive research teams will be provided and suggestions for future research based on the perspectives learned in the current study will be discussed.
About the Speakers
Jason P. Harris
Jason P. Harris is an Autistic activist, researcher, and educator. He has a graduate degree from Syracuse University in Cultural Foundations of Education and Disability Studies.
Anne Stevenson
Anne Stevenson is a graduate of the Transition Access Pathways (TAP) Program at University of Cincinnati. She is a disability rights activist and cares about the disenfranchised. She is autistic, has a Non-Verbal Learning Disorder, and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
Lori B. Vincent
Lori B. Vincent is an Assistant Professor of School Psychology at the University of Cincinnati. She has worked with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a variety of settings for over 20 years.