Transdiagnostic Sleep and Circadian Treatment for Autistic Adults

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Conditions studied: Sleep, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Transdiagnostic

In brief

Sleep and circadian problems are associated with deleterious social, emotional, and cognitive outcomes, yet are modifiable. This prospective study will adapt and optimize an empirically supported behavioral intervention that addresses common sleep and circadian problems of autistic adults, who are at increased risk for mental health disorders, using a transdiagnostic approach. The knowledge gained from this study will help to address a critical need for accessible transdiagnostic sleep interventions for autistic adults, who experience a broad range of sleep and circadian problems at high rates and often lack access to specialty care treatment.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT07461844

Run by

Milton S. Hershey Medical Center

People needed

24

Starts

2026-09-01

Expected to finish

2027-09-01

Last updated by the study team

2026-03-10

Who can join

Age: 18 and older, up to 65. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Autistic adults diagnosed with ASD.
• Between the ages of 18 and 65 years.
• English-speaking
• One or more sleep or circadian problem(s) for a period of at least 3 months assessed with the Sleep and Circadian Problems Interview.

You may not qualify if…

• A history of IQ < 70.
• A history of psychotic, bipolar or seizure disorders as per medical record.
• Untreated sleep apnea, a history of narcolepsy, or restless legs syndrome, as per structured interview based on risk screeners.

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