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ReviewCurrent developmental disorders reports2024

Applied Principles for Inclusive Practice in Neurodevelopmental Research: A Selection and Report of Illustrative Case Studies.

Sue Fletcher-Watson, Holly Joseph, Laura Crane, Georgia Pavlopoulou, Steve Lukito, Eloise Funnell, Alyssa M Alcorn, Catherine J Crompton

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Review in Current developmental disorders reports, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 24 papers, 1 of them a synthesis that pooled it.

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1 · What the graph read from it

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

24 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

8 authors.

Sue Fletcher-WatsonSalvesen Mindroom Research Centre, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Scotland.
Holly JosephInstitute of Education, University of Reading, Reading, England.
Laura CraneSchool of Education, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, England.
Georgia PavlopoulouGroup for Research in Relationships and NeuroDiversity- GRRAND, Department of Clinical, Educational and Health Psychology, University College London, London, England.
Steve LukitoDepartment of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience, Kings College London, London, England.
Eloise FunnellDepartment of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience, Kings College London, London, England.
Alyssa M AlcornSalvesen Mindroom Research Centre, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Scotland.
Catherine J CromptonSalvesen Mindroom Research Centre, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Scotland.

Funding

No grant is acknowledged in the PubMed record.

6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Purpose of Review: Inclusive research practices are important for neurodevelopmental studies, facilitating the involvement of community members throughout the research process. Highlighting this value, we reiterate our previously proposed framework for inclusive research practice and present a selection of case studies showcasing successful implementation of inclusive approaches. Recent Findings: Across four invited case studies, authors illustrate how neurodivergent people can be effectively involved in research, providing meaningful input and shaping outcomes. Our report concludes that these case studies underscore the significance of building relationships, prioritizing community well-being, and considering diverse identities in neurodevelopmental research. We call for careful evaluation of the impact of inclusive practices on community representatives and advocate for enhanced reporting in academic journals, and use of online repositories to share the materials that support coproduction. Summary: Despite the recognized benefits, a lack of detailed reporting on inclusive methods poses a challenge for researchers. This report provides valuable insights for researchers aiming to instigate, establish or develop their inclusive practice.

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Case studyCodesignCoproductionInclusionNeurodevelopmentNeurodiversityParticipatory methods

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PMID39974555
PMCPMC11832739

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