Improving Medical Guidelines for Adults with Down Syndrome Study

an individual with Down syndrome is smiling and looking at the camera.

This is a survey for the legal guardians of adults with Down syndrome to assess knowledge of medical management guidelines, evaluate adherence to those guidelines, and identify barriers that interfere with adults with Down syndrome receiving care consistent with those guidelines.

Who can participate in this study? 

  • Legal guardians of an individual with Down Syndrome who is 18 years or older
  • Must be able to read English
  • Must have access to an electronic device to complete the online 
    questionnaire

Who cannot participate in this study?

  • Individuals who are not fluent in English
  • Individuals who are younger than 18 years old
  • Individuals who are not legal guardians of someone diagnosed with Down syndrome
  • Individuals who are legal guardians of someone diagnosed with Down syndrome younger than 18

Where does this study take place?

Virtual

What activities are involved in this study?

A 40-question online survey

What language does this study support?

English

Is compensation provided?

No. However, there will be a $1 donation for each response (up to $300) to the Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio (DSACO). 

If you are interested in participating, please visit the study website or contact the study team at mckenna.lewis@osumc.edu.

IRB ID: 20261291

Principal investigator
Dawn Christine Allain, M.S., L.G.C.
Publish Date
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Event Format
Virtual