Developing a Novel Therapy for Aversive Sensory Experiences in Autism
NCT ID: NCT06682858
Last Updated: 2025-01-22
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Basic Information
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RECRUITING
NA
34 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
2024-11-29
2025-09-30
Brief Summary
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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.
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Detailed Description
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The main aims of the study are:
1. To assess the feasibility of a novel CBT intervention for the management of sensory difficulties and associated anxiety in autistic youth.
2. To gather proof-of-concept data that the intervention can be used to modulate sensory neurophysiological and perceptual markers.
3. To gather qualitative feedback and PPIE to inform refinements on the design and delivery of the intervention for further studies.
Conditions
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Study Design
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NA
SINGLE_GROUP
TREATMENT
NONE
Study Groups
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Group Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Group 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
Interventions
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Group 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
Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria
* Verbal/intellectual ability in average range
* Sufficient spoken English to be able to access the intervention
* Under the care of a local mental health service
* Not currently taking part in another psychological intervention
Exclusion Criteria
* Insufficient spoken English to be able to access the intervention
* Currently receiving a psychological intervention
* Individuals at high risk of harm to themselves or others
11 Years
16 Years
ALL
No
Sponsors
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South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
OTHER
King's College London
OTHER
Responsible Party
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Locations
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King's College London
London, , United Kingdom
Countries
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Central Contacts
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Facility Contacts
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References
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Edgington L, Hill V, Pellicano E. The design and implementation of a CBT-based intervention for sensory processing difficulties in adolescents on the autism spectrum. Res Dev Disabil. 2016 Dec;59:221-233. doi: 10.1016/j.ridd.2016.09.004. Epub 2016 Sep 14.
Other Identifiers
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346716
Identifier Type: -
Identifier Source: org_study_id
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