Stepped Transition in Education Program for Emerging Adults With Autism: Pilot Effectiveness Trial
Status: Recruiting
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Intervention Type: Behavioral
Study Type: Interventional
Study Phase: Not Applicable
SUMMARY
This study will inform understanding of how to support emerging adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The investigators will use a theoretically informed and research-based transition support program developed for people with ASD and test how effective it is when delivered by community agencies. Results will provide information on the effectiveness of the program as well as on mechanisms of change and contextual factors that promote or impede implementation.
Eligibility
Participation Requirements
Sex: All
Minimum Age: 16
Maximum Age: 25
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• 16-25 years of age
• have confirmed diagnosis of ASD
• want to participate in STEPS
• have a caregiver/parent who can complete assessments
Locations
United States
Alabama
Center o=for Youth Development and Intervention
RECRUITING
Tuscaloosa
Contact Information
Primary
Susan W White, PhD
swwhite1@ua.edu
2053481967
Backup
Nicole Powell, PHD
npowell@ua.edu
2053483535
Time Frame
Start Date: 2023-04-01
Estimated Completion Date: 2025-12-31
Participants
Target number of participants: 80
Treatments
Experimental: STEPS
14 session counseling targeting adult independence skills
Other: Control
Services as usual
Related Therapeutic Areas
Sponsors
Leads: University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa