RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT05857813

Social Skills Training Group Effectiveness in Adolescents With Autism Spectrum Disorder

Establishment of Social Skills Training Group in Adolescents With Autism Spectrum Disorder and Effectiveness Analysis


Sponsor

National Taiwan University Hospital

Enrollment

120 participants

Start Date

Jan 1, 2022

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by persistent deficits in social communication and social interaction across multiple contexts, and the presence of restricted, repetitive behavior and interests, affecting 1 in 68 children. Although atypical social deficits onset in early childhood, their social relationships with peers may remain a challenge or even worsen for individuals with ASD throughout the school years and beyond, as social contexts increase in complexity and pose higher social expectations.


Eligibility

Min Age: 11 YearsMax Age: 20 Years

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This clinical trial is studying a behavioral approach called Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills (PEERS®) for people with autism spectrum disorder. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location. People eligible for this study include aged 11 Years to 20 Years.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALProgram for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills (PEERS®)

developed at the University of California, Los Angeles (E. A. Laugeson \& F. Frankel, 2010). This is a parent-assisted, manualized social skills training program that addresses crucial areas of social functioning for adolescents. Psycho-education and cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques are employed to help adolescents develop ecologically valid skills for making and maintaining friendships.


Locations(1)

National Taiwan University Hospital

Taipei, Taiwan

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