Plain-English translation of NCT07238153 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing two types of guided breathing exercises to see if they can help autistic young adults manage stress and improve emotional control. The study focuses on how breathing exercises may help regulate your body's stress response system, which research suggests may not work as well in autistic individuals. Researchers will compare two breathing methods over 5 weeks to see which one is easier to use and more helpful.
Many autistic young adults struggle with stress and anxiety during the transition to adulthood, and there is a real need for accessible, non-medication ways to manage these challenges. This treatment may help by training your body's natural stress-regulation system to work better, but it hasn't been thoroughly tested in autistic populations yet.
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You will be assigned to one of two breathing exercise groups. You'll attend an initial visit to learn the technique, then practice at home using a small device called the Pebbles for 4 sessions of 5 minutes each per day for 5 weeks. You'll have follow-up visits in weeks 2 and 3 to check in, and you'll rate how comfortable the exercises feel using a secure app. Throughout the study, the device tracks your heart rhythm and breathing patterns to measure how well the exercises are working.
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