Plain-English translation of NCT07812870 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 study is testing a 12-session talking therapy called Behavioral Activation for Depression in Autistic Adolescents (BA-A) to see if it can help reduce depression in autistic teens who have lower cognitive abilities. The treatment uses proven strategies and is specially adapted to work well for autistic young people. Researchers want to understand whether this therapy is practical, acceptable, and actually helpful for this group.
Autistic people are 3–4 times more likely to experience depression than non-autistic people, yet most depression treatments have never been tested with autistic teenagers who have below-average intelligence—even though this group makes up more than half of the autistic community. This study fills that gap by developing and testing a treatment designed specifically for their needs.
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You would receive 12 one-on-one therapy sessions where a therapist teaches you behavioral strategies to help manage depression—things like getting active, doing things you enjoy, and building positive routines. A parent or guardian would be involved in all sessions and visits. The study also includes assessment visits where you and your parent would complete questionnaires and interviews to measure how you're doing before, during, and after treatment.
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