Clinical trial for Autistic College Students With Anxiety, Depression, Stress
Official title MH-POWER for College Students on the Spectrum
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07682753
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The purpose of this project is to determine the feasibility and preliminary how well it works of a mental health skill-building and empowerment program (MH-POWER) for college students on the autism spectrum facing stress, anxiety, and depression.
- Time commitment: about 8 weeks
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 30
You may be able to join if
- College students at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
- age 18-30 years
- self-reported autism diagnosis confirmed via Social Responsiveness Scale-2nd Edition, the gold standard to assess impairment in adults on the autism...
- elevated stress, anxiety (worry, feeling overwhelmed), or depression (feeling down), confirmed using highly reliable and validated screening tools
- not currently receiving intensive psychological treatment or psychiatric medication adjustments
You likely can't join if
- \- None
See the full eligibility criteria
- College students at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
- age 18-30 years
- self-reported autism diagnosis confirmed via Social Responsiveness Scale-2nd Edition, the gold standard to assess impairment in adults on the autism spectrum
- elevated stress, anxiety (worry, feeling overwhelmed), or depression (feeling down), confirmed using highly reliable and validated screening tools
- not currently receiving intensive psychological treatment or psychiatric medication adjustments
- must be able to speak and read English
- willing to participate in an 8-week intervention study
- \- None
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Edinburg, Texas, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The study runs about 8 weeks per participant, based on its public description. The team confirms the exact schedule and number of visits before you enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 30 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Edinburg, Texas, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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