Before getting more in-depth with our oral history project, Lindsey came to me and suggested another topic to research. As soon as I found out that it involved a disorder, specifically autism, I was really excited. Since I am going into the special education field, this topic sparked my interest instantly. I believe that with our new topic, Lindsey and I will be able to interview a variety of participants, such as parents of children with autism, special education teachers, speech and occupational therapist, etc. During the interview, I am not just looking for opinions and beliefs about this question, but I am also hoping to learn information that will benefit me as a future special education teacher. By asking a wide array of individuals this question, I am anticipating diverse views on this topic. My brother, who is a pharmacist, has a very strong opinion about this matter and I am looking forward to asking him questions concerning our topic. This theme has got me very motivated and eager to start the interviews.
Primary research question: Can a gluten and casein-free (GFCF) diet really help to improve the symptoms of autism spectrum disorders?
Secondary/possible interview questions:
1. Can a proper diet and consistent exercise allow individuals with autism to manage their disorder better?
2. Can food dye cause autism?
3. What is a casein-free diet?
4. Can children start this diet at a young age?
5. What type of symptoms can improve in autism by maintaining this type of diet?
6. Are there any negative effects of this diet?
7. What are some of the ways that autism is caused?
8. Are the GFCF diets effective?
9. What are the pros of a GFCF diet in individuals with autism?
10. How do you start a casein free diet for autism?
Potential Participants:
· Special education teacher
· Parents of a child with autism
· Pediatrician or primary doctor
· Nurse
· Dietitian
· Pharmacist
· Occupational Therapist
· Speech Therapist
The two people who I am most interested in interviewing are parents with a child who has autism and a dietitian.
Reasons why I want to interview a parent:
o They will have a strong view on this topic
o Parents might have tried this specific diet on their child
Reasons why I want to interview a dietitian:
o Can provide a professional opinion on the different types of ingredients in food
o Knowledgeable on various diets
Primary research question: Can a gluten and casein-free (GFCF) diet really help to improve the symptoms of autism spectrum disorders?
Secondary/possible interview questions:
1. Can a proper diet and consistent exercise allow individuals with autism to manage their disorder better?
2. Can food dye cause autism?
3. What is a casein-free diet?
4. Can children start this diet at a young age?
5. What type of symptoms can improve in autism by maintaining this type of diet?
6. Are there any negative effects of this diet?
7. What are some of the ways that autism is caused?
8. Are the GFCF diets effective?
9. What are the pros of a GFCF diet in individuals with autism?
10. How do you start a casein free diet for autism?
Potential Participants:
· Special education teacher
· Parents of a child with autism
· Pediatrician or primary doctor
· Nurse
· Dietitian
· Pharmacist
· Occupational Therapist
· Speech Therapist
The two people who I am most interested in interviewing are parents with a child who has autism and a dietitian.
Reasons why I want to interview a parent:
o They will have a strong view on this topic
o Parents might have tried this specific diet on their child
Reasons why I want to interview a dietitian:
o Can provide a professional opinion on the different types of ingredients in food
o Knowledgeable on various diets