PRESENTATIONS & PUBLICATIONS

Books & Book Chapters

Singhal N. (2022). Independence in Self- Care Routines: A Curriculum for Professionals and Parents of Children with Autism and Developmental Conditions. Developed with support from the Government of India.

Singhal N. (2021). Understanding Autism. In Including Children with Autism in Regular Schools. Developed by NCERT.

Singhal N. (2019). Employment Opportunities for Adults with Autism. In S. K. Dutta & M. De (Ed.) Understanding Autism: through the Lens of Parents and Professionals. Kolkata, India: Asiatic Society.

Singhal, N. (2010). Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorders. In M. Barua (Ed.) Autism Spectrum Disorders, Sarva Shikha Abhiyan, New Delhi.

Gupta, A. & Singhal, N. (2008). Psychosocial support for families of children with autism. In M. V. Pillai (Ed.) Exploring Autism (pp. 77 -105). Hyderabad, India: The ICFAI University Press.

Ahuja, P., Ghosh, J., & Singhal, N. (2006). DSE (ASD) Manual: Human development and psychology. For Rehabilitation Council of India. India: Kanishka Publishers and Distributors.

Journals

Gupta, A., Shukla, G., Poornima. S., Mohd, A., Katoch J., Taneja D., Singhal, N. (2020). Early Life Sleep Disturbance Among Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Questionnaire-based Retrospective Study. Sleep, 43 DOI: 10.1093/SLEEP/ZSAA056.965.

Gandhi, T.K. Tsourides, K., Singhal, N., Cardnaux, A., Jamal, W., Pantazis, D., Kjelgaard, M., & Sinha, P. (2020). Autonomic and Electrophysiological Evidence for Reduced Auditory Habituation in Autism. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders.

Singhal, N., Nicolaidis, C., Ratazzi, A., Corrons, T., et al (2019). An Expert Discussion on Autism in Adulthood in Low- and Middle-Income Countries. Autism in Adulthood. 1, 241-247.

Mahdi, S., Viljoen, Yee, T., Sebb, M., Singhal, N., Almodayfer, O., Granlund, M., Vries., P.J., Zwaigenbaum, L., & Bolte, S. (2018). An International Qualitative Study of Functioning in Autism Spectrum Disorder Using the World Health Organization International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health Framework. Autism Research. 11, 463-475.

Brezis, R.S., Singhal, N., Daley, T.C., Barua, M., Piggot, J., Chollera, S., Mark, L., & Weisner, T., (2016). Self and other descriptions by individuals with autism spectrum disorder in Los Angeles and New Delhi: Bridging cross-cultural psychology and neurodiversity. Culture and Brain, 4, 113-133.

Brezis, R.S., Weisner, T., Daley, T.C., Singhal, N., Barua, M., & Chollera, S. P. (2015). Parenting a Child with Autism in India: Narratives Before and After a Parent–Child Intervention Program. Culture, Medicine, and Psychiatry, 39, 277-298.

Schipper, E., Lundequist, A., Coghill, D., Vries, P. J., Granlund, M., Holtmann, M., Jonsson, U., Karande, S., Robison, J.E., Shulman, C., Singhal, N., Wong, V., Zwaigenbaum, L., & Bolte, S. (2015). Ability and Disability in Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Systematic Literature Review Employing the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health-Children and Youth Version (ICF-CY). Autism Research, 8, 782-794.

Heer, K., Rose, J., Larkin, M., Singhal, N. (2015). The experiences of mothers caring for a child with developmental disabilities: a cross cultural perspective. DOI: 10.1108/IJHRH-06-2014-0011.

Bolte, S., Schipper, E., Robison, J.E., Wong, V., Selb, M., Singhal, N., Vries, P. J., & , L. (2014). Classification of Functioning and Impairment: The Development of ICF Core Sets for Autism Spectrum Disorder. Autism Research, 7, 167-172.

Daley, T.C., Singhal, N., & Weisner, T. (2014). Adults with autism in India: A mixed-method approach to make meaning of daily routines. Social Science & Medicine, 116, 142-149.

Rudra, A., Banerjee, S., Singhal, N., Barua, M., Mukerji, S., & Chakrabarti, B. (2014). Translation and Usability of Autism Screening and Diagnostic Tools for Autism Spectrum Conditions in India. Autism Research, 7, 598-607.

Rudra, A., Belmonte, M.K., Soni, P., Singhal, N., Mukerji, S., Ram, J.R., Barua, M., & Chakrabarti, B. (2014). G308 A school-based cohort study of autistic symptoms in 3-8 year olds in India based on parent and teacher response to internationally standardised screening questionnaires. Archives of Disease in Childhood, 99, A126-A126.

Singhal, N., Taneja, D., & Barua, M. (2013). Hallucinating or Simply Autistic? Autism Network, 8, 2-5. Mamidala, M.P., Polonedi, A., P.T.V. P.K., Rajesh, N., Vallamkonda, O.R., Udani, V., Singhal, N., & Rajesh, V. (2013). Prenatal, perinatal and neonatal risk factors of Autism Spectrum Disorder: A comprehensive epidemiological assessment from India. Research in Developmental Disabilities, 34, 3004–3013.

Mamidala, M.P., Polonedi, A., P.T.V. P.K., Rajesh, N., Vallamkonda, O.R., Udani, V., Singhal, N.,& Rajesh, V. (2013). Maternal hormonal interventions as a risk factor for Autism Spectrum Disorder: An epidemiological assessment from India.Journal of Biosciences, 38, 887-892.

Daley, T.C., Singhal, N., & Krishnamurthy, V. (2013). Ethical Considerations in Conducting Research on Autism Spectrum Disorders in Low and Middle Income Countries. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 43, 2002-2014.

Sharda, M., Subhadraa, T.P., Sahaya, S., Nagarajaa, C., Singha, L., Mishraa, R., Sen, A., Singhal, N., Ericson, D., Singh, N.C. (2010). Sounds of melody – Pitch patterns of speech in autism. Neuroscience Letters, 478, 42-45.

Gupta, A. & Singhal, N. (2009). Language and learning skills and symptoms in children with autistic spectrum disorders. Asia-Pacific Disability Rehabilitation Journal, 20, 59-83.

Singhal, N. (2008). Meeting the challenges of adolescence, Autism Network, 3, 2-5.

Singhal, N. (2008). Asperger's syndrome: Deficiencies or selective advantages, Autism Network, 3, 16.

Gupta, A. & Singhal, N. (2005). Psychosocial support for families of children with autism. Asia-Pacific Disability Rehabilitation Journal, 16, 62-83.

Gupta, A. & Singhal, N. (2004). Positive perceptions in families of children with disabilities. Asia-Pacific Disability Rehabilitation Journal, 15, 22-35.

Singhal, N. (2003). Autism, Health Dialogue, Christian Medical Association, 33.

Conference Presentations

Singhal, N. (2024). Autism Across Lifespan: Research to Practice. Paper presented at National conference on Autism 2024, SRM University, Chennai, India.

Singhal, N. (2024). Preparing for Adolescence: Privacy and Sexuality. Presented at 2nd International Conference on Comprehensive Education - ICCE’24, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Mysuru Campus, India.

Singhal, N. (2023). Right Time, Right Place: Social Role Valorization in the Indian Context. Presented at International Social Role Valorization Distance Conference, Keystone Institute.

Singhal, N. (2019). Who Am I? Narratives about Self from High Functioning Autistic Adults in India. Paper presented at the Asia Pacific Autism Conference, Singapore.

Singhal, N. (2019). Raising a Child with Autism in India: Journey of Parent’s over Decades. Paper presented at the Asia Pacific Autism Conference, Singapore.

Singhal, N. (2018). Inclusion at the Work Place: A Way forward. Paper presented at the International Conference on Challenging Exclusion, Chennai, India.

Singhal, N. (2018). Inclusive Work Environment: Way Forward for Persons with Disabilities. Paper presented at the Retail Inclusion Summit, Mumbai, India.

Singhal, N. (2018). Assisted Living: Planning for Adults with Autism. Paper presented at the Bio Waves: Developmental Disabilities and You conference, Mumbai, India.

Singhal, N. & Neuville, E. (2017). Worlds Apart, Worlds Together: SRV Teaching and Impact in India. Paper presented at the International SRV Association conference, Dublin, Ireland.

Singhal, N. (2016). Employment Opportunities for Adults with Autism. Paper presented at the international conference Autism Spectrum Disorder: Life in the Mainstream, Kolkata, India.

Singhal, N. (2016). Advancing the Future for Adults with Autism: Work & Employment. Paper presented at the Workability Asia Conference, Bengaluru, India.

Singhal, N., Taneja, D., Daley, T.C., Brezis, R.S., Weisner, T., & Barua, M. (2015). Adults with autism and their families: Implications for clinical care and research in India. Paper presented at the Asia Pacific Autism Conference, Brisbane, Australia.

Taneja, D., Singhal, N., Pradhan, R., Behl, T.,Daley, T.C., Brezis, R.S., Weisner, T., & Barua, M. (2015). Anxiety and depression in adults with autism. Paper Presented at South Asia International Autism Conference, New Delhi, India.

Behl, T., Pradhan, R., Taneja, D., Singhal, N., Barua, M. (2015). Impact Of A Friendship Based Intervention On Attitude Towards Differences And Knowledge Of Autism Amongst College Students In Delhi. Poster Presented at South Asia International Autism Conference, New Delhi, India.

Behl, T., Pradhan, R., Taneja, D., Singhal, N., & Barua, M. (2015). Assessment Kit For Autism: Preliminary Development Of An Indian Screen For Young Children. Poster Presented at South Asia International Autism Conference, New Delhi, India.

Pradhan, R., Behl, T., Taneja, D., Singhal, N., & Barua, M. (2015). Catching Autism At Both Ends: Translation Of The M-Chat & RAADS-R Into Hindi Language. Poster Presented at South Asia International Autism Conference, New Delhi, India.

Behl, T., Pradhan, R., Taneja, D., Singhal, N., & Barua, M. (2015). A School-Based Prevalence Estimate Of Autistic Symptoms In 3-8 Years Old: Preliminary Results From Two Indian Cities. Poster Presented at South Asia International Autism Conference, New Delhi, India.

Pradhan, R., Behl, T., Taneja, D., Singhal, N., & Barua, M. (2015). Cross Cultural Adaptation, Translation & Validation Of Tools: Implications For Autism Research And Services. Poster Presented at South Asia International Autism Conference, New Delhi, India.

Brezis, R.S., Weisner, T., Daley, T.C., Singhal, N. & Barua, M. (2014). Indian mothers' and fathers' changing views of their child with autism before and after a Parent-Child Training Program. Poster presented at the International Meeting for Autism Research, Atlanta, United States.

Chakrabarti, B., Rudra, A., Belmonte, M., Banerjee, S., Singhal, N., Ram, J. R., & Barua, M.(2014). A school-based study of autistic symptoms in 3-8 year olds in India from parent and teacher report. Paper presented at the International Meeting for Autism Research, Atlanta, United States.

Singhal, N., Daley, T.C., Taneja, D., Suryanarayan, S., Brezis, R.S., Weisner, T., & Barua, M. (2014). Anxiety and depression in adults with autism: Implications for clinical care and research in india. Poster presented at the International Meeting for Autism Research, Atlanta, United States.

Singhal, N., Taneja, D., Suryanarayan, S., Daley, T.C., Brezis, R.S., Weisner, T., & Barua, M. (2014). Adults with autism and their families.Paper presented at International Conference on Multiple Disabilies, New Delhi, India.

Daley, T.C., Singhal, N., Weisner, T., Brezis, R.S., & Barua, M. (2014). Adult daily routines: A mixed-method approach to making meaning.Paper presented at the International Meeting for Autism Research, Atlanta, United States.

Daley, T.C., Singhal, N., Brezis, R.S., Weisner, T., & Barua, M. (2014). Eight-month parent outcomes of an acceptance and empowerment training model in India. Poster presented at the International Meeting for Autism Research, Atlanta, United States.

Singhal, N., Taneja, D., Suryarayan, S., Barua, M., Daley, T.C., S., Brezis, R.S., &Weisner, T. (2013). Challenges of Managing Autism in Adulthood. Paper presented at the National Conference on Rehabilitation of Persons with Multiple Disabilities - Best Practices and Models of Rehabilitation - National and International Perspective, New Delhi, India.

Suryarayan, S., Singhal, N., Taneja, D., & Barua, M. (2013). Identifying Autism at Both Ends: Translation of the M-CHAT and RAADS-R into the Hindi Language. Paper presented at the National Conference on Rehabilitation of persons with Multiple Disabilities - Best Practices and Models of Rehabilitation - National and International Perspective, New Delhi, India.

Taneja, D., Singhal, N., Suryarayan, S., Barua, M., Daley, T.C., S., Brezis, R.S., & Weisner, T. (2013). Evaluation of Parent Training Model for Management of Autism Spectrum Disorders. Paper presented at the National Conference on Rehabilitation of persons with Multiple Disabilities – Best Practices and Models of Rehabilitation - National and International Perspective, New Delhi, India.

Kjelgaard, M., Chiew, J., Gandhi, T., Singhal, N., Sinha, P. (2013). Perception of emotion in speech prosody by blind and autistic individuals. Paper presented at ASHA Annual Convention, Chicago, Illinois.

Daley, T.C., Singhal, N., Barua, M., Weisner, T., & Brezis, R.S. (2013). The Relevance of "Real world Evaluation" to Autism Intervention Research. Poster presented at the International Meeting for Autism Research, San Sebastian, Spain.

Brezis, R.S., Weisner, T., Singhal, N., Barua, M., & Daley, T.C. (2013). Expressed emotion among Indian mothers and fathers of children with autism: Cultural and Gender variations in parenting approaches. Poster presented at the International Meeting for Autism Research, San Sebastian, Spain.

Daley, T.C., Singhal, N., Weisner, T., Barua, M., & Brezis, R.S. (2013). Evaluation of an Acceptance and Empowerment Parent Training Model: Evidence from an Intervention in India. Paper presented as a part of an Integrated Educational Session on Parent Training and Parent Mediated Intervention in Diverse Contexts at the International Meeting for Autism Research, San Sebastian, Spain.

Singhal, N., Daley, T.C., & Singh, I. (2012). Ethical considerations in conducting ASD research in low resource settings. Paper presented as a part of an Integrated Educational Session on Challenges and Opportunities in Conducting ASD Research in Low-Resource Settings at the International Meeting for Autism Research, Toronto, Canada.

Chakrabarti, B., Rudra, A., Banerjee, S., Singhal, N., Barua, M., & Mukerji, S.(2012).A School-Based Prevalence Estimate of Autistic Symptoms in 3-8 Year Olds: Preliminary Results From Two Indian Cities. Poster presented at the International Meeting for Autism Research, Toronto, Canada.

Rudra, A., Banerjee, S., Singhal, N., Barua, M., Mukerji, S., Chakrabarti, B. (2012). Translation and Validation of Autism Screening and Diagnostic Tools to Hindi and Bengali. Poster presented at the International Meeting for Autism Research, Toronto, Canada.

Daley, T.C., Singhal, N. & Barua, M. (2012). Autism Spectrum Disorders in India: A comprehensive review of the literature. Poster presented at the International Meeting for Autism Research, Toronto, Canada.

Singhal, N. (2011). Assessment Kit for Autism: Preliminary Development of an Indian screen for young children. Poster presented at the International Meeting for Autism Research, San Diego, United States.

Singhal, N., (2010). The Impact of the Popular Media on Awareness: Aap Ki Antara. Paper presented at the International Meeting for Autism Research, Philadelphia, United States.

Singhal, N. (2009). Development of an Indian Screening Tool for Young Children. Paper presented at the Third South Asian Regional Conference on Autism, Dhaka, Bangladesh.

Gupta, A. & Singhal, N. (2008). Enhancing Coping Skills in Parents of Children with Autism. Paper presented at Building Bridges: South Asian Regional Conference on Autism. New Delhi, India.

Singhal, N. (2005). Services in Delhi for Children with Autism and their Families. Paper presented at the National Conference: The Challenges of Autism in India. Bangalore, India.