Kara Dingess of Florida state University has asked us to help her find parents of children on the autism spectrum to help her with some research!

Ms Dingess writes “Understanding the impact perceptions of severity has on parents of children with ASD, aids professionals in finding meaningful coping mechanisms and interventions to benefit the individuals affected.

The purpose of this study is to examine the impact of positive psychology coping mechanisms, such as humor, optimism, and spirituality, on the stress levels of parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

This study will contribute to an awareness of the effects of using these coping mechanisms on the stress levels of parents of children with ASD. The results of this study can be used in combination with other findings to promote the use of and increase awareness on positive psychology coping mechanisms.

In order to participate, you must be biological and stepparents over the age of 18 living with pre-adolescent children (ages four to twelve) with a self-reported diagnosis of ASD living in the United States. The survey will take around 20 minutes to complete and upon completion, you will have the opportunity to win a $25 VISA gift card. You will also be helping the researcher complete her dissertation for her Doctorate degree in Combined School and Counseling Psychology. ”

Please take the study here
https://fsu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0BC7pC2dB1aDZ6R