Actively Recruiting
Social Groups for Autistic Young Adults (SDARIYA)
Led by Drexel University · Updated on 2025-10-31
54
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
263 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
This is a clinical trial that will test whether a group program called SDARI (Socio-dramatic Affective Relational Intervention) can help autistic young adults between the ages of 18 and 30 feel more connected to others and improve their social relationships. The study will try to answer: Can SDARI be used successfully with autistic adults? Does SDARI help people feel more connected, supported, and mentally well? There are two groups in the study. One group will participate in the SDARI program, and the other group will do different structured activities that don't focus on social connection. Researchers will compare the two groups to see if SDARI leads to better outcomes. Participants will: Complete screening to confirm eligibility (including autism traits and IQ) Attend weekly in-person group sessions for 10 weeks Take part in games and activities designed to support connection and collaboration Complete surveys and interviews before, during, and after the program Have the option to choose someone close to them (like a friend or family member) to fill out surveys about their experiences
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Social Groups for Autistic Young Adults (SDARIYA)
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Have graduated from high school (or an equivalent program) and are between the ages of 18-30 years old
- Demonstrate the ability to complete consent and all study measures and procedures in English
- Score �3E= 65 on the RAADS
- Score �3E= 70 on the KBIT-2R
- Score �3E= 6 on the ADOS-2 Module 4
- Are physically able to complete study activities (e.g., no significant physical impairment or mental condition restricting participation in study activities)
- Are physically able to travel to the AJ Drexel Autism Institute at Drexel University in Philadelphia, PA to attend all weekly study sessions
You will not qualify if you...
- Are still enrolled in high school (or an equivalent program) or are not between the ages of 18-30 years old
- Are unable to complete study measures and/or procedures in English
- Are unable to complete consent procedures
- Score �3C= 65 on the RAADS
- Score �3C= 70 on the KBIT-2R
- Score �3C= 6 on the ADOS-2
- Cannot physically complete study activities
- Cannot physically travel to the AJ Drexel Autism Institute at Drexel University in Philadelphia, PA to attend study sessions
- Have a severe medical or psychiatric condition preventing them from safely completing study activities
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Drexel University
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19104
Actively Recruiting
Research Team
C
China Parenteau, B.A.
CONTACT
K
Kyleigh Hricak, B.A.
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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