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Technology-based training to improve learning-to-drive outcomes for autistic persons

Award Number: R43HD106819
ORGANIZATION: NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF CHILD HEALTH AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
OPDIV: NIH
AWARD CLASS: DISCRETIONARY
AWARD ACTIVITY TYPE: SCIENTIFIC/HEALTH RESEARCH (INCLUDES SURVEYS)
PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE START DATE: 05/09/2022
PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE END DATE: 04/30/2024

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Technology-based training to improve learning-to-drive outcomes for autistic persons - Project Summary/Abstract The goal of the proposed project is to make the widespread use of an autistic driver training program feasible. Specifically, we plan in phase I to develop an innovative learn-as-you-go training module and in phase II to rewrite the app for a variety of devices and operating systems. The program teaches visual search skills to autistic individuals who are learning to drive. The lack of a training module limits the widespread use and implementation of this important program. One in 54 children in the U.S. are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and ≈50,000 autistic teens transition out of special education annually. Learning to drive can significantly improve autistic teens' quality of life, ability to seek employment and engagement in social activities, thereby improving their physical and mental health. Autistic teens can learn to drive safely with additional supports beyond traditional driver training programs. In particular, autistic teens need more support to develop effective visual search skills that allow them to effectively follow rules, prioritize critical information and avoid road hazards. This is of particular importance to teen drivers, as motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death and acquired disability among U.S. teens. One-third of all at-fault crashes among teen drivers is due to the teen not responding to road hazards appropriately. There is a critical need for tools that effectively train autistic teen drivers to recognize and avoid road hazards.


Issue Date FY	Funding FY	Legal Entity Name	Legal Entity Address	Legal Entity City	Legal Entity State	Legal Entity Zip Code	Legal Entity COUNTY	Legal Entity COUNTRY	Assistance Listing	Award Code	Budget Year	Action Date	Action Type	Action Amount

Issue Date FY: 2024 ( Subtotal = $0 )
2024	2022	MINNESOTA HEALTHSOLUTIONS CORPORATION	861 E HENNEPIN AVE	MINNEAPOLIS	MN	55414	HENNEPIN	USA	Child Health and Human Development Extramural Research	000	1	7/11/2024	NEW	$0
														Subtotal = $0

Issue Date FY: 2022 ( Subtotal = $300,000 )
2022	2022	MINNESOTA HEALTHSOLUTIONS CORPORATION	861 E HENNEPIN AVE STE 440	MINNEAPOLIS	MN	55414	HENNEPIN	USA	Child Health and Human Development Extramural Research	000	1	5/6/2022	NEW	$300,000
														Subtotal = $300,000

Grand Total All Awards = $300,000

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Technology-based training to improve learning-to-drive outcomes for autistic persons

Award Number: R43HD106819

ORGANIZATION: NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF CHILD HEALTH AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT

OPDIV: NIH

AWARD CLASS: DISCRETIONARY

AWARD ACTIVITY TYPE: SCIENTIFIC/HEALTH RESEARCH (INCLUDES SURVEYS)

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE START DATE: 05/09/2022

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE END DATE: 04/30/2024

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