Individual and carer perceptions of Autism diagnosis in adulthood
Research type
Research Study
Full title
Individual and carer perceptions of Autism diagnosis in adulthood
IRAS ID
124795
Contact name
Josie Steel
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
University of Bath
Research summary
To investigate psychological factors associated with receiving a diagnosis of an Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) in adulthood including reports from the person identified as the main source of support for individuals diagnosed. A secondary aim is to consider any discrepancies between individuals' perceptions of the condition and their carers perceptions.
REC name
North East - Newcastle & North Tyneside 2 Research Ethics Committee
REC reference
13/NE/0251
Date of REC Opinion
16 Aug 2013
REC opinion
Favourable Opinion