Autism and Attachment. An Explorative Study of Attachment Styles in Autistic Adults.

Last updated: April 19, 2024
Sponsor: Parnassia Groep
Overall Status: Active - Recruiting

Phase

N/A

Condition

Autism Spectrum Disorder (Asd)

Williams Syndrome

Asperger's Disorder

Treatment

N/A

Clinical Study ID

NCT06375226
2023.17
2023.0871
  • Ages 18-65
  • All Genders
  • Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Study Summary

The present study examines the relationship between attachment and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in adults.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Inclusion criteria are:
  • a primary clinical diagnosis of DSM-5 ASD (APA, 2013)
  • age 18 - 65 years
  • no intellectual disability (IQ > 80)

Exclusion

Exclusion Criteria:

  • acute psychosis
  • acute suicidality
  • psychotic disorder
  • intellectual disability (IQ < 80)

Study Design

Total Participants: 60
Study Start date:
March 01, 2024
Estimated Completion Date:
April 01, 2025

Study Description

Rationale: Previous research on autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attachment has improved understanding of the aetiology and development of the disorder. Research on adults with ASD, however is scarce. The study is focussed on attachment in adults with ASD. Objective: The aim of the current study is to explore attachment styles of adults with ASD and examining the relationship between attachment and ASD.

The study requires 60 participants.

Connect with a study center

  • ParnassiaGroep Antes

    Rotterdam, Zuid-Holland 3083 AK
    Netherlands

    Active - Recruiting

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