Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Children With High-Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder and Anxiety
Completed · Phase 1
Conditions studied: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Autism, Asperger Syndrome, PDD-NOS
In brief
Many children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) experience high levels of anxiety which can further inhibit their ability to master developmental tasks such as succeeding in school and developing and maintaining friendships. Despite the need for effective treatments for children with ASD and anxiety, there have been few studies that have addressed this issue. Recently, preliminary evidence has supported the use of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to treat anxiety disorders in children with ASD. This study will utilize a CBT treatment program called Coping Cat. Coping Cat has been found to be one of the most effective treatments for typically developing children with anxiety and has also been shown to be effective for treating anxiety in children with other disorders such as physical impairments, selective mutism, and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. The investigators goal is to demonstrate that Coping Cat is an effective treatment for children with ASD and anxiety. Finding effective treatments for children with ASD and anxiety could increase adaptive social relationships, decrease stress among families, and prevent the maintenance of anxiety into adulthood.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT01187784
- Run by
- Alliant International University
- People needed
- 22
- Starts
- 2009-05-01
- Expected to finish
- 2010-08-01
- Last updated by the study team
- 2010-08-24
Who can join
Age: 7 and older, up to 14. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.
You may qualify if…
- 7 - 14 years
- Diagnosis of an autism spectrum disorder (meets DSM-IV criteria for autism, Asperger syndrome, or Pervasive Developmental Disorder - Not Otherwise Specified (PDD-NOS))
- Clinically significant anxiety (meets DSM-IV criteria for separation anxiety disorder, social phobia, or generalized anxiety disorder)
- IQ > 70
- Primary spoken language: English
You may not qualify if…
- IQ < 70
- Comorbid psychotic disorder
Where it is running
- Alliant International University — San Diego, California, United States
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