- completedNot Applicable
Sertraline for anxiety in adults with a diagnosis of autism
Many autistic adults experience anxiety, and doctors often prescribe an antidepressant called sertraline to help. However, we do not know enough about how well it works for autistic people. This UK study compares sertraline with a dummy pill for one year. You can take part entirely from home.
United Kingdom · England · Australia - recruitingNot Applicable
Investigating the feasibility of virtual reality cognitive behaviour therapy for anxiety in autistic young people
This study is looking at using virtual reality (VR) headsets as a new way to help autistic young people with anxiety. It aims to see if VR therapy can be a good option for those who find traditional talking therapies difficult, potentially reducing waiting times and reliance on medication.
United Kingdom · England - recruiting
What we want from speech and language therapy services
This study wants to learn what autistic children and speech therapists think about speech and language therapy. It aims to improve support for autistic children by understanding their needs and concerns directly, helping shape future services in a better way for them.
United Kingdom · England - recruiting
Co-design and feasibility trial of well-being groups for autistic 11-16 year olds
This study is testing new well-being groups called 'a-island' for autistic teenagers aged 11-16. It's to see if a larger study could be done later to find out if these groups help improve well-being. Participants will join groups or get standard care.
United Kingdom - recruiting
Exploring the implementation of new autistic-led standards in residential and supported living for autistic adults
This project aims to improve care for autistic adults in residential and supported living. We're testing new ways of working, led by autistic people, to ensure autistic adults have more control and better support in their daily lives.
United Kingdom · England - recruitingNA
Autism - Children's Improvisational Music Therapy Evaluation
This study looks at how music therapy might help autistic children aged 7-11. Researchers want to see if adding individual music therapy sessions to their usual care improves social skills, communication, and overall well-being over 12 weeks.
United Kingdom - recruiting
Neural Correlates of Autistic Individuals With Anorexia Nervosa
This study looks at how the brains of autistic people with anorexia nervosa might be different. Researchers want to understand if hiding autistic traits (masking) is linked to anorexia and brain changes. It involves questionnaires and a brain scan.
United Kingdom - recruitingNA
Testing the Efficacy of 100mg Vitamin-B6 Daily for Sensory Reactivity in Autism
This study is looking at whether a daily vitamin B6 supplement can help reduce strong reactions to sensory things and feelings of worry in autistic adults. Researchers will compare those taking B6 with those taking a dummy pill.
United Kingdom - active not recruiting
A Group Intervention for Parents of Autistic Young People With Anorexia Nervosa: An Exploration of How Parents Make Sense of and Integrate Concepts From the Group Into Family Life
This study looks at how parents of young people with autism and anorexia nervosa use what they learn in a support group. It wants to understand how parents help their child recover and how they see their own role in this journey.
United Kingdom - recruitingNA
Evaluating a Workbook to Promote Autistic Wellbeing
This study looks at a new self-help workbook for autistic adults in the UK. It aims to see if the workbook is helpful, easy to use, and if it improves wellbeing. Participants will use the workbook with support and share their experiences.
United Kingdom - recruiting
Investigating the Impacts of Early Life Experience on the Brain & Behaviour
This study explores how early life experiences can affect your brain, behaviour, and immune system as an adult. We want to understand why some early experiences lead to mental health challenges later on, helping us identify and support young people who might need help in the future.
United Kingdom - not yet recruiting
Environmental Influence on Mental Illness Via Modifications of Genomes and Metabolomes in Adolescents With Autism
This study looks at how the environment affects mental health in autistic teenagers. Researchers want to understand why some autistic young people develop mental health conditions and how to offer them more personalized support. They will study genes and body chemicals to find clues.
Ireland · Romania · United Kingdom - not yet recruitingNA
CFT Guided Self-help Intervention: Parents of Autistic Children
This study is testing a new self-help program for parents of autistic children aged 6-17. It uses compassion-focused techniques to help parents manage stress and improve their well-being. It's guided and involves workbooks and audio.
United Kingdom