This research was supported by a grant from the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR), H133A130032, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
ASD On The Go is a multi-component intervention for adolescents and young adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), created by the University of Kansas, in partnership with Purdue University. The intervention is individualized and focuses on enhancing social communication, organization/planning, and problem-solving skills. Individuals with ASD will receive support through three components: (1) online instructional modules, (2) coaching, and (3) self-monitoring. ASD On The Go is most appropriate for increasing engagement in community, employment, and school settings.
Who is ASD On The Go designed for?
ASD On The Go is designed for anyone with an ASD diagnosis who can benefit from social skill, problem solving, or organizational support. ASD On The Go can be accessed by a special education teacher, school counselor, behavioral therapist, parent or guardian, or the individual with ASD.
Where does ASD On The Go work?
ASD On The Go is designed to work in a variety of settings. The tools individuals learn can be used in a school setting, a work environment, in the community, and at home. ASD On The Go can be tailored to each individuals’ specific needs and adapted to be used in familiar settings for each individual.
How do I learn more about the modules, coaching, and self-monitoring resources?
If you are interested in increasing social competence, problem solving, and organizational skills for an adolescent or young adult with ASD, if you want to learn more about participating in the current research investigations of ASD On The Go, or if you want to bring ASD On The Go to your school, business, or community, please contact Dr. Howard Wills at hpwills@ku.edu, Emma Watson at emma.watson@ku.edu, or Jonathan Huffman at jonathan.huffman@ku.edu if you are in the Greater Kansas City area, or contact Dr. Rose Mason at rmason3@purdue.edu if you are in the in the Lafayette/Indianapolis area.