Recruiting NA Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

New treatment option for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Official title Motivation for Daily Living Skills

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07159308

What this study is testing

What it's testing
The goal of this clinical trial is to enhance motivation to complete daily living skills among 16 to 25-year-old autistic teens and young adults. Here are the main questions the trial aims to answer: Can this trial improve motivation to complete daily living skills for skills that people know how to do but struggle to do them consistently?

A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.

Who can take part

Ages 16 to 25

You may be able to join if

  • for Autistic Teens and Young Adults:
  • Age 16-25 years
  • Participants reporting an autism diagnosis from a qualified provider (Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Developmental Pediatrician, Neurologist). When...
  • Must identify an important person who is able to communicate by understanding and speaking full sentences in English
  • Ability to communicate by understanding and using full sentences in English

You likely can't join if

  • for Autistic Teens and Young Adults:
  • Diagnosis of Intellectual Disability
  • Participant is currently considered a suicide risk in the opinion of the Investigator or is currently demonstrating active suicidal or homicidal...
  • Current, comorbid psychiatric disorder with sufficiently intense symptoms in the opinion of the Investigator that these symptoms may confound...
  • Changes to mental health treatment plan (ex. starting or ending therapy or psychotropic medications over the course of this intervention).
  • Participation in a prior trial of our intrinsic motivation condition Inclusion Criteria for Important Person:
See the full eligibility criteria
Who can join
  • for Autistic Teens and Young Adults:
  • Age 16-25 years
  • Participants reporting an autism diagnosis from a qualified provider (Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Developmental Pediatrician, Neurologist). When possible, diagnosis will be confirmed through the Children's Hospital of...
  • Must identify an important person who is able to communicate by understanding and speaking full sentences in English
  • Ability to communicate by understanding and using full sentences in English
  • Informed Consent
  • Be willing to have sessions audio- and video-recorded
What rules you out
  • for Autistic Teens and Young Adults:
  • Diagnosis of Intellectual Disability
  • Participant is currently considered a suicide risk in the opinion of the Investigator or is currently demonstrating active suicidal or homicidal ideation or self-injurious behavior.
  • Current, comorbid psychiatric disorder with sufficiently intense symptoms in the opinion of the Investigator that these symptoms may confound treatment.
  • Changes to mental health treatment plan (ex. starting or ending therapy or psychotropic medications over the course of this intervention).
  • Participation in a prior trial of our intrinsic motivation condition Inclusion Criteria for Important Person:
  • Age 18 years or older
  • Must attend at least 15 minutes of each treatment session
  • Ability to communicate by understanding and using full sentences in English
  • Informed consent
  • Be willing to have sessions audio- and video-recorded Exclusion Criteria for Important Person: \- Is not willing to support the autistic teen/young adult with their daily living skill goal

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Compensation & support

Compensation mentioned.

ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.

Questions & answers

Do participants get paid in this trial?

This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.

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, 16 years to 25 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

Study sites include Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.

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