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New treatment option for Emotion Regulation
Official title Equine-assisted Therapy for Therapy-resistant Adolescents With Autism Spectrum Disorders, a Replicated AB-design
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05200351
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The purpose of this study is to assess the (cost)effectivity of Equine assisted Therapy in adolescents with Autism Spectrum disorders.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 11 to 18
You may be able to join if
- between 11-18 years old;
- a clinical diagnosis of autism spectrum disorders according the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders 5 (DSM 5) as diagnosed by a...
- insufficient emotion regulation after regular therapy for at least 1,5 years as indicated by a score above clinical cut-off (T-score = 65) on the EDI;
- comorbidities are allowed except for those interfering with safety.
You likely can't join if
- unable to respond to questions (parents or adolescents);
- no access to an Internet connection;
- insufficient mastery of Dutch language in parents or adolescents;
- physically incapable to work with the horses;
- unstable medication use;
- total intelligence quotient (IQ) equal to or below 80 on the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC-III-R or WISC-V);
See the full eligibility criteria
- between 11-18 years old;
- a clinical diagnosis of autism spectrum disorders according the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders 5 (DSM 5) as diagnosed by a Beroepen in de Individuele Gezondheidszorg (BIG) registered healthcare...
- insufficient emotion regulation after regular therapy for at least 1,5 years as indicated by a score above clinical cut-off (T-score = 65) on the EDI;
- comorbidities are allowed except for those interfering with safety.
- unable to respond to questions (parents or adolescents);
- no access to an Internet connection;
- insufficient mastery of Dutch language in parents or adolescents;
- physically incapable to work with the horses;
- unstable medication use;
- total intelligence quotient (IQ) equal to or below 80 on the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC-III-R or WISC-V);
- allergic or phobic to horses;
- insufficient regulation to safely handle the horses;
- therapy with horses within the last two years.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Ede, Gelderland, Netherlands
- Heerjansdam, Netherlands
- Mill, Netherlands
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 11 years to 18 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Ede, Gelderland, Netherlands; Heerjansdam, Netherlands; Mill, Netherlands. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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