MENU Study

University of Texas at AustinBaylor UniversityUniversity of MarylandResearch Studies
Written By Kait Fedro

Get helpful tools and support while waiting for an autism diagnosis or services

ALL ABOUT the MENU study

Researchers at the University of Texas at Austin, Baylor University, and the University of Maryland are conducting a study to better support caregivers of young children who are waiting for an autism diagnosis or services. This program is designed to provide helpful tools and support during this often challenging time.

 

Eligibility & Study Details

To be eligible to participate in the MENU study, you must be:

  • A primary caregiver of a child/children ages 0-5 years

  • A family currently waiting for an autism diagnosis or early intervention services

Participants in the MENU study will complete an initial intake assessment and participate in online modules over the course of 8 weeks. Topics include:

  • Parent mental health

  • Managing challenging behaviors

  • Supporting social communication

Participants will be compensated up to $75 total for completing study activities.

 

How to get involved

If you’re interested in more information about the MENU study, please view the project flyer or contact MENUstudy@utexas.edu for additional details. If you’d like to participate, please complete the online form.

Kait Fedro

Kaitlin “Kait” Fedro is the System of Care Coordinator with Our Community Our Future, where she develops resources, programming, and collaborative tools to strengthen supports for youth and families across the Heart of Texas region. Her passion for this work is deeply rooted in her lived experience with a mental health disorder that began in early adolescence, her role as a mother to a young, neurodivergent child, and her background as an early childhood development professional. Outside of work, Kait enjoys reading with an extra-large cup of coffee and visiting favorite community spots with her family.

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