Using videodrama to help children with autism interact better
Evaluation of the Videodrama Therapeutic Device for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders
NA · Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal Robert Ballanger · NCT06443320
This study is testing if watching videos and doing fun activities can help children with autism communicate and interact better with others.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 3 Years to 15 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal Robert Ballanger (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Aulnay-sous-Bois) |
| Trial ID | NCT06443320 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates a therapeutic approach using videodrama to support children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in improving their communication and social interaction skills. The intervention involves children watching video excerpts, engaging in playtime, and participating in drawing activities, aiming to understand their sensory experiences and reduce their isolation from social interactions. By focusing on the sensory atypicalities associated with ASD, the study seeks to enhance therapeutic support and promote play and interaction with peers. The study includes children aged 3 to 15 years who have a confirmed diagnosis of ASD and a strong interest in screens.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are children aged 3 to 15 years with a clinically confirmed diagnosis of ASD who show a strong interest in screens.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have an ASD diagnosis or lack interest in screens may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly enhance social interaction and communication skills in children with autism.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies focusing on communication tools for ASD, the specific use of videodrama as a therapeutic device is a novel approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Children aged 3 to 15 years. * Clinically confirmed ASD by a psychiatrist. * Parental or legal guardian consent for participation. * Child showing a strong interest in screens and/or video content. * Ability to tolerate the presence of other children. * Minimum of 18 video drama sessions. * Not having benefited from disease care in the past. * Affiliation to a social security system Exclusion Criteria: * No ASD diagnosis. * Younger than 3 or older than 15 at the study start. * No interest in screens or video content. * Parental or legal guardian refusal for participation. * Dropping out before completing 18 sessions. * Patient having benefited a disease care in the past
Where this trial is running
Aulnay-sous-Bois
- CHI Robert Ballanger — Aulnay-sous-Bois, France (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Constance LEMARCHAND
- Email: constance.lemarchand@ght-gpne.fr
- Phone: 0182372332
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.
Conditions: Autism Spectrum Disorder, autism, videodrama