LSU research Team Wins $50,000 to Adapt a motor Skills App for Autistic Children
A research team from LSU's School of Kinesiology, led by Dr. Nick Fears, has received a $50,000 grant from the Healthy Weight Research Network to adapt the "Mission: Play" app for autistic preschoolers. Originally developed by Dr. Amanda Staiano and Dr. Kip Webster, the app offers 10-minute motor skill activities that are easy to integrate into daily routines without requiring special equipment. The adaptation aims to make these interventions more accessible and tailored to the needs of autistic children and their families, addressing the challenges posed by traditional, time-intensive therapies. This initiative seeks to enhance motor skills, promote physical activity, and improve the overall quality of life for autistic children.