The purpose of this study is to test the feasibility of dialectical behavior therapy for adolescents (DBT-A) with fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD). In partnership with a community mental health practice, Genesee Valley Psychology (GVP), two cohorts of five adolescents with FASD and their caregivers will participate in an already existing comprehensive DBT-A program (including individual therapy, group skills training, and 24/7 phone coaching). This program has been adapted for neurodivergent teens, including the development of trainings for mental health clinicians on FASD. The aim of the current study is to assess the acceptability of DBT-A from the perspective of teens, caregivers, and clinicians. Additionally, barriers and facilitators of implementing DBT-A with teens with FASD, as well as the feasibility of the research protocol will be assessed to inform later larger-scale trials.
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Difficulties in emotion regulation scale caregiver and self-report
Timeframe: Baseline and Week 35
Child behavior checklist caregiver and youth report
Timeframe: Baseline and week 35
The theoretical framework of acceptability questionnaire
Timeframe: Week 35