Christina Shane‐Simpson
Papers
2
Total Citations
10
H-Index
2
About
Christina Shane-Simpson is a researcher whose work sits at the intersection of developmental psychology, technology, and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Her scholarship focuses on leveraging computer-mediated interventions to support the social and emotional development of individuals with ASD, a critically underserved area where accessible, evidence-based guidance has historically been limited. Her most notable contribution — a book chapter published in both 2015 and 2016 editions and accumulating a combined 10 citations — provides a practical, structured framework for parents, professionals, and individuals with ASD to critically evaluate the effectiveness of technology-based interventions. Rather than simply cataloging available tools, Shane-Simpson's work empowers stakeholders with actionable guidelines for assessing intervention quality, making her research particularly valuable for practitioners navigating an often overwhelming and unevenly evidenced digital landscape. By bridging clinical insight with accessible communication, Shane-Simpson has positioned herself as a thoughtful advocate for rigorous, user-centered approaches to autism intervention research. Her focus on equipping non-specialist audiences — including families — with evaluative tools reflects a commitment to translating research into real-world impact, a hallmark of her scholarly identity and an area ripe for continued growth and influence.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1
- 2