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Developing a Novel Therapy for Aversive Sensory Experiences in Autism

Developing a Mechanistically Informed Therapy for Aversive Sensory Experiences with Autistic Youth


Sponsor

King's College London

Enrollment

34 participants

Start Date

Nov 29, 2024

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

The goal of this study is to assess whether a new psychological treatment can lead to changes in sensory experiences in autistic young people. Participants will complete a group intervention designed to help manage sensory difficulties and associated anxiety. Participants will also complete tasks before and after the intervention to assess whether the treatment can lead to changes in brain and behavioural responses to sensory experiences. The main questions the study aims to answer are: 1. Does the intervention improve sensory difficulties and associated anxiety in autistic young people? 2. Does the intervention change brain and biological responses to sensory experiences in autistic young people? Researchers will also collect feedback from participants to help improve the design and delivery of the treatment in future studies.


Eligibility

Min Age: 11 YearsMax Age: 16 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study develops and tests a new therapy to help autistic adults manage distressing sensory experiences — such as being overwhelmed by loud sounds, bright lights, or certain textures — which can significantly affect daily life. **You may be eligible if...** - You have a confirmed clinical diagnosis of autism - Your verbal and intellectual abilities are in the average range - You have sufficient spoken English to access the therapy - You are under the care of a local mental health service - You are not currently in another psychological therapy program **You may NOT be eligible if...** - Your verbal or intellectual abilities are below average - You do not have sufficient spoken English for the intervention - You are currently receiving another psychological intervention - You are at high risk of harming yourself or others Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALGroup Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

Participants will complete 8 group sessions of a CBT-based intervention designed to help self-regulate sensory difficulties in autistic young people


Locations(1)

King's College London

London, United Kingdom

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