This project will be utilized to gain
knowledge about the expression of autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
from childhood through early adulthood that can inform efforts to
improve the health and functioning of individuals with ASD as they
mature. The SEED Follow-up Study will collect information from
families through surveys on the health and functioning of
individuals during childhood, adolescence, and young adulthood, and
in-person assessments of cognitive abilities. Data obtained through
this information collection may improve our understanding of which
co-occurring conditions are most prevalent; increase our
understanding of the needs of individuals with ASD; how the needs
change with age and can be best met at different points in
development; and inform research and public health policies on
eligibility for services and public health outreach efforts, that
could provide opportunities for education, employment, and social
connection to improve the health, functioning, and quality of life
among persons with ASD and their families. This CR adds Spanish
versions for several of the instruments.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.