Training program to improve social skills in children with autism
Advanced Social Relations Training for Children and Young People With Autism Spectrum Disorder
This study tests a new training program using technology to help children with autism, aged 9-12, improve their communication and social skills.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 9 Years to 12 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Istituto per la Ricerca e l'Innovazione Biomedica Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Messina) |
| Trial ID | NCT06342583 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This program focuses on enhancing communication and social skills in children aged 9-12 with autism and an IQ of 80 or higher. Participants will be divided into an experimental group using technology and a control group using traditional methods, with sessions held weekly for 45 minutes over 23 weeks. The training includes learning to communicate appropriately and engaging with social stories to help manage everyday social dynamics. Each child will take turns acting out roles from the stories to reinforce their learning.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are children aged 9-12 diagnosed with autism and an IQ of 80 or above.
Not a fit: Patients with other medical disorders may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve social interaction and communication skills in children with autism.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in using social skills training for children with autism, indicating a promising approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * diagnosis of autism * intelligence quotient ≥ 80 Exclusion Criteria: * presence of other medical disorders
Where this trial is running
Messina
- Institute for Biomedical Research and Innovation (IRIB) - National Research Council (CNR) — Messina, Italy (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Flavia Marino — Istituto per la Ricerca e l'Innovazione Biomedica
- Study coordinator: Germana Doria
- Email: germana.doria@irib.cnr.it
- Phone: 3465142289
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.