Participatory Research Practices With Autistics

Abstract

This chapter outlines several approaches that researchers can use to help them conduct research that respects and includes autistic participants. It begins by highlighting some of the factors that should be considered before, during and after a study is conducted. It then explains some of the benefits and drawbacks of harvesting data from social media. It then concludes with a set of recommendations about inclusive research practices that can help autistic participants be equals in the research process.

The original contribution that this chapter gives to the field of autism spectrum research is to provide researchers with a clear and comprehensive outline of how to conduct research that is inclusive and respectful of autistic participants.

Citation

Bennett, M. and Goodall, E. (2022), "Participatory Research Practices With Autistics", Addressing Underserved Populations in Autism Spectrum Research, Emerald Publishing Limited, Leeds, pp. 117-176. https://doi.org/10.1108/978-1-80382-463-520221010