Social Groups for Autistic Young Adults (SDARIYA)
Recruiting now · Not applicable
Conditions studied: Autism Spectrum Disorder
In brief
This is a clinical trial that will test whether a group program called SDARI (Socio-dramatic Affective Relational Intervention) can help autistic young adults between the ages of 18 and 30 feel more connected to others and improve their social relationships. The study will try to answer: Can SDARI be used successfully with autistic adults? Does SDARI help people feel more connected, supported, and mentally well? There are two groups in the study. One group will participate in the SDARI program, and the other group will do different structured activities that don't focus on social connection. Researchers will compare the two groups to see if SDARI leads to better outcomes. Participants will: Complete screening to confirm eligibility (including autism traits and IQ) Attend weekly in-person group sessions for 10 weeks Take part in games and activities designed to support connection and collaboration Complete surveys and interviews before, during, and after the program Have the option to choose someone close to them (like a friend or family member) to fill out surveys about their experiences
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT07222982
- Run by
- Drexel University
- People needed
- 54
- Starts
- 2026-01-15
- Expected to finish
- 2031-02-01
- Last updated by the study team
- 2025-10-31
Who can join
Age: 18 and older, up to 30. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.
You may qualify if…
- Have graduated from high school (or an equivalent program) and are between the ages of 18-30 years old
- Demonstrate the ability to complete consent and all study measures and procedures in English
- Score ≥ 65 on the RAADS
- Score ≥ 70 on the KBIT-2R
- Score ≥ 6 on the ADOS-2 Module 4
- Are physically able to complete study activities (e.g., no significant physical impairment or mental condition restricting participation in study activities).
- Are physically able to travel to the AJ Drexel Autism Institute at Drexel University in Philadelphia, PA to attend all weekly study sessions
You may not qualify if…
- Are still enrolled in high school (or an equivalent program) or are not between the ages of 18-30 years old
- Are unable to complete study measures and/or procedures in English
- Are unable to complete consent procedures
- Score ≤ 65 on the RAADS
- Score ≤ 70 on the KBIT-2R
- Score ≤ 6 on the ADOS-2
- Cannot physically complete study activities
- Cannot physically travel to the AJ Drexel Autism Institute at Drexel University in Philadelphia, PA to attend study sessions
- Have a severe medical or psychiatric condition preventing them from safely completing study activities
Where it is running
- Drexel University — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States (enrolling)
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