Social Skills Training Group Effectiveness in Adolescents With Autism Spectrum Disorder (NCT05857813) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Social Skills Training Group Effectiveness in Adolescents With Autism Spectrum Disorder
Taiwan120 participantsStarted 2022-01-01
Plain-language 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.
Who can participate
Age range
11 Years – 20 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* aged 11-20 years, currently enrolled in school between the sixth grade of elementary school and the third year of high school
* with a clinical diagnosis of ASD from a licensed mental health or medical professional based on DSM-5
* experiencing social difficulties as reported by parents in a structured intake interview
* scored ≧ 26 on the caregiver-reported Autism Spectrum Quotient (AQ), indicating clinical impairment associated with ASD
* demonstrating verbal fluency in Chinese
* with a full-scale IQ \> 70 on WAIS-IV
* with motivation to participate in the intervention;
* with a caregiver who was fluent in Chinese and willing to participate as a social coach in the study.
Exclusion Criteria:
* a history of major mental illness (e.g., bipolar affective disorder, schizophrenia, or psychosis) or neurological diseases that might hinder participation in the treatment
* visual impairment and/or hearing impairment that would preclude participation in group-based social activities.
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
1
Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADI-R)
Timeframe: 7 weeks
2
The Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS)
Timeframe: 7 weeks
3
Autism Spectrum Quotient (AQ)
Timeframe: 7 weeks
4
Friendship Quality Scale (FQS)
Timeframe: 7 weeks
5
The Assessing Emotions Scale (AES)
Timeframe: 7 weeks
6
Social Responsiveness Scale (SRS)
Timeframe: 7 weeks
7
Social Adjustment Inventory for Children and Adolescents (SAICA)