Culturally adapted treatment for bilingual Latino young adults with autism
Psychosocial and Neural Mechanisms for a Culturally and Linguistically Adapted Treatment for Bilingual Latino Young Adults with Autism
['FUNDING_CAREER'] · UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HLTH SCI CTR HOUSTON · NIH-11113417
This study is testing a special therapy program designed for bilingual Latino young adults with autism to help them improve their mental health, social skills, and everyday functioning as they transition into adulthood.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_CAREER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HLTH SCI CTR HOUSTON (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (HOUSTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11113417 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing and testing a culturally and linguistically adapted therapy program for bilingual Latino young adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as they transition into adulthood. The program, called ¡Iniciando! la Adultez, aims to enhance mental health, executive functioning, and social skills through tailored interventions. The research will also explore the neural mechanisms that underlie treatment responses, utilizing advanced neuroimaging techniques. Participants will be involved in a randomized controlled trial to assess the effectiveness of this innovative approach.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are bilingual Latino young adults aged 18-25 who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as bilingual Latino or are outside the age range of 18-25 may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide effective mental health support and skill-building strategies for bilingual Latino young adults with autism.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in culturally adapted interventions for diverse populations, indicating potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
HOUSTON, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HLTH SCI CTR HOUSTON — HOUSTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: PAGÁN, ANTONIO FRANCISCO — UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HLTH SCI CTR HOUSTON
- Study coordinator: PAGÁN, ANTONIO FRANCISCO
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Conditions: adult with autism spectrum disorder