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STEPS Program for Autism

N/A

Recruiting

Research Sponsored by University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial

Must have

Be younger than 65 years old

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up 30 days

Awards & highlights

Study Summary

This trial will study how to support emerging adults with autism to transition into adulthood. It will assess the effectiveness of a program delivered by community agencies.

Who is the study for?

This trial is for young individuals aged 16-25 with a confirmed diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) who are interested in participating in the STEPS program. They must also have a caregiver or parent available to complete assessments.Check my eligibility

What is being tested?

The trial is testing the STEPS support program, designed specifically for people with ASD, against standard services (SAU). It aims to see how well STEPS works when community agencies deliver it and what factors affect its success.See study design

What are the potential side effects?

Since this trial involves a support program rather than medication, traditional side effects are not applicable. However, participants may experience varying levels of comfort or stress during the intervention.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ 30 days

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~30 days

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 30 days for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.

Primary outcome measures

Transition Readiness Scale-Revised

Secondary outcome measures

Rehabilitation Success

Relationships, Employment, Autonomy, and Life Satisfaction

Trial Design

2Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: STEPSExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

14 session counseling targeting adult independence skills

Group II: ControlExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Services as usual

Treatment

First Studied

Drug Approval Stage

How many patients have taken this drug

STEPS

2014

N/A

~270

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Who is running the clinical trial?

University of Alabama, TuscaloosaLead Sponsor

44 Previous Clinical Trials

19,436 Total Patients Enrolled

3 Trials studying Autism Spectrum Disorder

625 Patients Enrolled for Autism Spectrum Disorder

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Am I eligible to partake in this research endeavor?

"This research study is seeking 80 individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder between the ages of 16 and 25. Eligibility criteria include a confirmed ASD diagnosis, willingness to take part in STEPS activities, along with having a caregiver/parent who can complete assessments."

Answered by AI

Are there any opportunities for prospective participants to join this investigative endeavor?

"Yes, clinicaltrials.gov confirms that this study is currently recruiting patients since it was last edited on November 13th 2023. As of now, 80 people are expected to parttake in the trial from a single medical centre after its initial posting date of April 1st 2023."

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Does this study include any participants who are elderly?

"This medical research will accept participants between the ages of 16 and 25. Additionally, 254 clinical trials are available for individuals under 18 years old while 51 studies can be found to assist those over 65."

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What is the maximum capacity of participants for this clinical investigation?

"Affirmative, the clinical trial is still recruiting participants. According to its listing on clinicaltrials.gov, which was last updated November 13th 2023, this study requires 80 individuals from a single location since it began April 1st 2023."

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Recent research and studies

clinicaltrials.govStudy

STEPS Implementation Trial

Susan White 2023. "STEPS Implementation Trial". ClinicalTrials.gov. https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT05695885.