RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06868537

A Trial of the Launching! to Adulthood Program

A Randomized Controlled Trial of the Launching! to Adulthood Program

Sponsor

The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston

Enrollment

40 participants

Start Date

Jul 15, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Summary

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of the Launching intervention (Pagan et al., 2024) in improving adaptive functioning, transition readiness, and social cognition in young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), compared to a delayed treatment control group, to examine whether the Launching intervention leads to improvements in executive functioning, co-occurring mental health symptoms, and quality of life, as measured by caregiver and self-report assessments, to assess the maintenance of treatment gains 12 weeks post-treatment and to replicate the findings of the Launching pilot study in an independent sample of young adults with ASD.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 25 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study tests a program called "Launching! to Adulthood" — a structured support program to help teenagers and young adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) develop independence and life skills for the transition to adulthood. **You may be eligible if...** - You have a confirmed diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) from a licensed professional - You score above 14 on a social communication screening questionnaire - You meet DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for ASD - You are motivated to participate in the program - A parent or caregiver is available to participate alongside you **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have a diagnosis of a serious psychiatric condition (such as psychosis or active self-harm) - You have significant intellectual disability that would prevent participation - You are currently enrolled in another treatment study for ASD Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.

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