Can your test be used to diagnose autism?

No, our test is not yet validated to diagnose autism. Your child's data will not be shared and is solely used for our research. Our goal is to develop a tool that assists clinicians with autism diagnostic evaluation.

How long will participation in the study take?

The test itself will take about 20 to 30 minutes, during which your child will watch three videos lasting 5–10 minutes each. The setup and intake process will take an additional 20 minutes or less. In total, we ask for about an hour of your time.

Will this study be stressful for my child?

During the test, unexpected sounds are played to elicit natural reflexes. These sounds might cause slight discomfort or mild stress. However, the test is at home, includes engaging children's videos, and is quick to complete, ensuring minimal disruption for your child.

Do I need any special equipment for the study?

Yes, you will need access to an Apple iOS device and have the BlinkLab app downloaded from the AppStore. We will help you download the app and help you set it up. We will also make sure you receive a phonestand and headphones that fit our research requirements.

What happens to the data collected during the study?

First and foremost: we handle your and your child's data with care, complying to all patient data regulations like HIPAA. The data generated from the test is anonymized before it is used in our research.

Is my child's data kept confidential?

Yes, your child's data is kept strictly confidential. We prioritize privacy and security by encrypting all collected data and storing it securely to prevent unauthorized access. Additionally, we anonymize data, separating it from personal identifiers, such as names and dates of birth, ensuring it cannot be traced back to your child. The data is used solely to provide insights and improve our research and is never shared, sold, or used for any other purposes.

How will I receive my $200?

After completing the test, a $200 giftcard will be sent to you through email.

Participate in our study and help us advance the neurodevelopmental diagnostic process!

Our mission is to improve the diagnostic process for neurodevelopmental delays, like autism and ADHD. By participating in our study you can help us make the diagnostic evaluation process more accurate and accessible.

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Important Information

Participate in our study from home.
Our test involves your child watching 2-3 fun children's videos (5-10 minutes each).
During these videos, brief audio cues will be played. These will elicit natural responses which are measured by our app.
As a thank you, you'll receive a $200 giftcard!

Can your child participate?

1

Your child is currently undergoing neurodevelopmental diagnostic evaluation (for example, suspected autism, ADHD, ADD, dyslexia etc.) or awaiting outcome

or

You recently received the outcome of your child's neurodevelopmental diagnostic evaluation

Outcome can either be positive or negative for autism

2

Your child is between 2 and 11 years old

3

Your child has normal or corrected-to-normal vision and hearing

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How does it work?

The BlinkLab app is designed to support clinicians in identifying early signs of conditions like autism in young children using your smartphone.

During this simple at-home process, the app observes your child's natural reactions to specific audio cues while they watch short, child-friendly videos.

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Intake

This step takes 15 minutes

Our team will be in touch with you to walk you through the process and make sure you're all set up. They will ask you a few questions regarding your child's autism journey and brief you on how the app works..

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Download the App

This step takes 2 minutes

Our team will make sure you have access to our app, which can be downloaded in the Apple App Store for iPhone.

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The Process – Three Short Child-Friendly Videos

5 - 15 minutes per video

Once logged in, your child will watch a series of videos that fun and engaging for them. During these videos, brief audio cues will be played that evoke natural responses from your child. These responses are observed using your iPhone and help inform clinician's through the diagnosis process.