Parents and Guardians of African American Children affected by Autism


A major University is seeking African American participants for a low risk autism study. This study  will involve no medication. The information gathered from this study will help researchers better understand the causes of Autism, and its effects on AA Children. 

There have been very few studies done on AA Children with ASD. This community has been historically under served. The lack of information has caused disparities in this at risk population. It has also helped facilitate a belief that only Caucasian children are affected by ASD. The reality is many AA Children fall somewhere on the Autism scale. Many undiagnosed and misdiagnosed AA Children end up in the criminal justice system each year, because their disorder is mistaken for a behavioral issue. A lack of data combined with a lack of awareness has caused a false sense of exclusion. When the facts are “Autism Doesn’t Discriminate”, it’s an Equal Opportunity Disorder.

If you or anyone else you know are interested in learning more about this study. Please click the submit this brief questionaire to request a brochure.