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[Best practice guidelines for research in autistic spectrum disorders]
M Belinchón-Carmona1, M Posada-De la Paz, J Artigas-Pallarés
1Departamento de Psicología Básica, Facultad de Psicología, Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, Centro de Psicología Aplicada, Madrid, Spain.
Revista De Neurologia
|September 16, 2005
Summary
This study outlines Good Practice Guidelines for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) research in Spain. It addresses methodological and ethical recommendations to improve the quality and impact of ASD studies.
Area of Science:
- Neurodevelopmental disorders
- Child psychopathology
- Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) research
Context:
- ASD represents a significant scientific challenge with increasing prevalence and social impact.
- Despite existing expertise in Spain, research funding and development for ASD are limited.
- International consensus exists on high-quality ASD research requirements.
Purpose:
- To establish Good Practice Guidelines for ASD research in Spain.
- To address the scarcity of public funding and research development in ASD.
- To provide consensus-based recommendations for improving ASD research.
Summary:
- A comprehensive review of international recommendations and a 30-year bibliographic analysis of Spanish autism research were conducted.
- Methodological and ethical recommendations for ASD research were established based on the review.
- Structural deficiencies in current research practices and areas for future support were identified.
Impact:
- Aims to enhance the quality and rigor of ASD research in Spain.
- Provides a framework for improving methodological and ethical standards in autism studies.
- Identifies key areas for future investment and development in ASD research initiatives.