Autism Spectrum Disorder. Autistic disorder
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention 1: Intervention group: The intervention is conducted over 11 consecutive weeks, with 11 sessions using tools such as a soft brush, massager, and ball pool, each session lasting 45 minutes
Sponsors
Ahvaz University of Medical Sciences
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
4 Years to 10 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder with mild to moderate severity Enrollment in exceptional education centers for children with autism spectrum disorder in Ahvaz Willingness and consent of the parents of these individuals to participate in the study Regular use of Risperidone and Ritalin medications according to parents’ report
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Concurrent diagnosis of severe psychiatric disorders such as psychosis, severe bipolar disorder, personality disorder, or uncontrolled epilepsy Diagnosis of blindness or deafness
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Change in the severity of stereotyped behaviors in children with autism spectrum disorder based on the GARS questionnaire score. Timepoint: Before and after the intervention (after 11 sessions of the sensory integration approach). Method of measurement: Gilliam Autism Rating Scale (GARS). | — |
Countries
Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Contacts
Public ContactMarzie Zakernejad
Ahvaz University of Medical Sciences
Outcome results
None listed