Psychology
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School of Psychological Science, University of Bristol
Start date: September 202
Research topic: A novel method of measuring executive function in autistic adults with a view to developing adaptive support strategies
Over three years, my research focuses on evaluating executive functions (EF) in autistic adults and developing personalized interventions. Year one entails designing a novel task to concurrently measure working memory (WM) and interference control (IC). In year two, I assess the framework’s reliability and validity, exploring multidimensional EF profiles in a large-scale study. In year three, I aim to develop adaptive programs for supporting goal-directed behavior in autistic adults, considering individual EF profiles. The study aims to deepen our understanding of EF in autism, refine interventions based on individual needs, and explore ecological solutions for improving goal-directed behavior.
Research supervisors: Prof. Chris Jarrold, Dr. Punit Shah
Email: jv22264@bristol.ac.uk