Topic: Children, Mental Health
Conditions
Interventions
Virtual reality: Computer generated images of the phobia/fear that a child with ASD has.
Follow Up Length: 12 month(s)
Study Entry : Single Randomisation only
Sponsors
Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. Children aged 8-14 years old, boys and girls, with a diagnosis of autism, ASD or Asperger's syndrome 2. Learning ability/IQ estimated to be within the average range 3. Fluent verbal skills; having situation specific anxiety 4. Parent/carer and young person willing to attend sessions at the VRE Target Gender: Male & Female; Upper Age Limit 14 years ; Lower Age Limit 8 years
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Children without fluent verbal skills due to the need to have sufficient feedback on the use of the VRE. Children unable/unwilling to travel to the VRE. Insufficient English or intellectual ability to understand the forms.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Reduction in anxiety and improvement in functional behaviour; Timepoint(s): 2 weeks after intervention, 6 months after intervention and 12 months after intervention | — |
Countries
United Kingdom
Outcome results
None listed