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Behavioral Intervention

Pre-Post study of CAST for Autism (CAST Trial)

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Research Sponsored by Ball State University

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

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Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up once per year; at the end of the school year

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CAST Trial Summary

This trial aims to develop and test an intervention called CAST to help autistic youth improve their goal-setting and achievement skills. Current educational practices have not been successful in ensuring positive outcomes for autistic students after they finish

Who is the study for?

This trial is for autistic students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), their caregivers, special education teachers, and pre-employment specialists. Participants should not be planning any major life changes like moving or job transitions during the school year.Check my eligibility

What is being tested?

The COMPASS Across Settings (CAST) intervention is being tested to improve goal setting and attainment skills in autistic youth. CAST integrates three evidence-based interventions and provides coaching support across home, school, and community settings.See study design

What are the potential side effects?

Since this trial involves educational and behavioral interventions rather than medical treatments, traditional physical side effects are not applicable. However, participants may experience varying degrees of psychological discomfort or stress due to new routines or changes in their environment.

CAST Trial Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ at each coaching session (four timepoints) from fall through spring of school year (about every 4-6 weeks following the initial consulation)

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~at each coaching session (four timepoints) from fall through spring of school year (about every 4-6 weeks following the initial consulation)

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and at each coaching session (four timepoints) from fall through spring of school year (about every 4-6 weeks following the initial consulation) for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

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

Primary outcome measures

Attainment of Postsecondary Goals (Ruble et al., 2019)

Goal Attainment of IEP progress (Ruble et al., 2012; 2018).

Secondary outcome measures

Fidelity Assessment of CAST Coaching (Ruble et al., 2018)

Fidelity Assessment of Initial CAST consultation (Ruble et al., 2018)

Organizational Connectedness

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CAST Trial Design

3Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Active Control

Group I: Pre-Post study of CASTExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

The research team will then conduct a field test of CAST in year 2, making further revisions.

Group II: Focus Groups to Inform CASTActive Control1 Intervention

For the year 1 development activities, the research team will conduct focus groups with administrators, special education teachers, parents, students, and pre-employment transition specialists about how to integrate plans and services across settings.

Group III: Randomized Controlled Study of CASTActive Control1 Intervention

In year 3, they will use a mixed methods design using a small RCT and network analysis, oversampling African American students and students from rural areas, to evaluate CAST for improved postsecondary outcomes in employment, training, and education.

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Ball State UniversityLead Sponsor

6 Previous Clinical Trials

305 Total Patients Enrolled

University of ToledoOTHER

7 Previous Clinical Trials

445 Total Patients Enrolled

Indiana UniversityOTHER

980 Previous Clinical Trials

981,465 Total Patients Enrolled

Frequently Asked Questions

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Is it possible for me to be enrolled as a participant in this medical study?

"Patients aged between 16 and 99 with a diagnosis of autism are eligible for enrollment in this study, which aims to include approximately 297 participants."

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What is the current number of individuals participating in this research project?

"Affirmative. The details on clinicaltrials.gov show that this investigation is currently open for enrollment. Originally uploaded on December 1st, 2023, the most recent update was made on March 6th, 2024. The study aims to recruit a total of 297 participants from a single site."

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Are there any available openings for patients to participate in this medical study?

"Indeed, details on clinicaltrials.gov reveal that this investigation is actively seeking participants. Initially shared on December 1st, 2023, the trial was last revised on March 6th, 2024. A total of 297 individuals are sought at a single designated site."

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Is the age limit for participating in this clinical research set at 40 years or older?

"Eligible candidates for this research endeavor must fall within the age range of 16 to 99 years old. There are a total of 276 investigations targeting participants under 18 and an additional 69 studies catering to individuals over the age of 65."

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Recent research and studies

clinicaltrials.govStudy

COMPASS Across Settings (CAST) for Improving Transition Outcomes for Students With ASD

2023. "COMPASS Across Settings (CAST) for Improving Transition Outcomes for Students With ASD". ClinicalTrials.gov. https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT06309160.

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