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Group Intervention for Caregivers of Autistic Young Adults

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Overseen BySang Qin, PhD
Age: Any Age
Sex: Any
Trial Phase: Academic
Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison
No Placebo GroupAll trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

This study is a caregiver support program for family caregivers of autistic young adults (ages 18 to 26) as their family members navigate young adulthood. The program includes six 60-minute virtual sessions focused on making sense of caregiving roles during young adulthood, reflecting on everyday family experiences, supporting decision-making within families, deciding when and how to share experiences with others, and thinking about the future.

Who Is on the Research Team?

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Sang Qin, PhD

Principal Investigator

University of Wisconsin, Madison

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

This trial is for family caregivers of autistic young adults aged 18 to 26. Participants should be actively involved in caregiving and interested in support around sharing experiences, decision-making, and navigating the transition to adulthood.

Inclusion Criteria

Has a family member aged 18-26 who has received an autism-related diagnosis from a healthcare professional
Must be a primary caregiver for this family member
Must be able to speak, understand, and read English well
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Exclusion Criteria

Lack of proficiency in English
Not a primary caregiver for a family member with autism aged 18-26
I need a guardian to give consent for my medical decisions.

What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Interventions

  • Group Intervention

Trial Overview

The study tests a virtual group program with six weekly sessions designed to help caregivers reflect on their roles, share experiences, make decisions together, and plan for the future as their loved ones enter adulthood.

How Is the Trial Designed?

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Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: Family CaregiversExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

University of Wisconsin, Madison

Lead Sponsor

Trials
1,249
Recruited
3,255,000+

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