Help with Research

[laurendaniel]

Hi everyone,

 

I am a masters student at Goldsmith’s University in London conducting a study for my final project.

 

The aim of my study is to examine the social skills of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Difficulties in this area are likely to affect the ability to form meaningful relationships and to address everyday social problems in interpersonal settings.

 

One fundamental limitation of the current research surrounding this area concerns the methodologies used to assess problem-solving. Hypothetical tasks provide an insight into the different approach of individuals with ASD to problem-solving, yet they lack ecological validity. Real life situations elicit more emotion and are much less likely to be influenced by the social desirability of the researchers.

 

 

My study will thus involve an investigation of real life hypothetical problem solving behaviours of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). It will involve asking participants how they would solve various problematic situations, as well as recalling memories of their own experiences. It is envisaged that the findings will have a direct benefit on individuals with ASD through future interventions and support groups.

 

I would be so grateful if anyone would be interested in participating. You can contact me on ps103ld@gold.ac.uk.

 

Many thanks,

 

Lauren

[robert7111a]

Hi Lauren

 

You're not far from me! PM me and I'll see if I can help or be of any use

[laurendaniel]

Hi Robert,

 

That's great. I have sent you a message with more details

[A-S warrior]

well many of us have been in long term relationships (myself included) with no issues, and the young man above me is married i belive. i dont think theres much distinction between, asd relationships and normal ones. ive never been in a relationship with an asd girl though, although again, i dont think theres any difference. i quess its just my perspective, as im very indipendednent and high functioning.

 

just a side note, its best not to share email addresses on the forums, use personal message.

[Special_talent123]

i think she is referring to frendships aswell warrior. i had difficul;ty with friendship early im constantly having trouble

[laurendaniel]

Hey Warrior

 

Thank you for your insight. I find it all very interesting. I am looking into all forms of relationships, ranging from intimate relationships to friendships, to even relationships that one has with ones boss. My research just aims to assess whether there are any real differences and in which domains.

[Special_talent123]

Lauren can i take part? and what happens and do i have to travel or something?

[laurendaniel]

Mt Blanc, that would be great. I can see you a private message with the details.

[jordansmum33ok]

Hi I help as its research pm me x

[SidiousUK]

I'll help out as long as it doesn't involve me travelling anywhere.

The more research done the better it will be for all of us with AS

[laurendaniel]

Thank you I will pm you both!

[A-S warrior]

Hey Warrior

 

Thank you for your insight. I find it all very interesting. I am looking into all forms of relationships, ranging from intimate relationships to friendships, to even relationships that one has with ones boss. My research just aims to assess whether there are any real differences and in which domains.

 

 

hi, i missed this post, anyway thankyou, glad you find my posts interesting (i get this comment alot im not sure its a good thing) if your looking at the whole spectrum of realtionships (which you are) then you should have some interesting things to find out, when it comes to love though, in my opinion its a universal thing that translates into all languages and all walks of life. but ive had some very strange realtionships with teachers and bosses. when it came to friends, i always found that pepole hated me at first, then grew to love me. at the end of the day though i find it all to confusing and much prefer to walk alone.