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Therapy for Minimally Verbal Autistic Adults

October 1, 2023 - May 1, 2025

We are inviting autistic adults who have limited verbal communication to participate in a research study that includes 12 weeks of therapy. This would be helpful for people who are struggling with “feeling down”, which can be seen as low or sad mood, change in motivation to participate in activities, and change in sleep. 1-2 people who support the adult would join in the therapy to provide support and learn, as well.

What are the goals of the study?

This study is adapting a mental health treatment for people with intellectual disability to meet the needs of minimally verbal autistic adults.

What will happen during the visit or online?

The participant will complete 12 therapy sessions and assessment visits to check in how they are doing along the way. The 1-2 people who come with them to support and learn will also participate

How will this help families?

This study is about a mental health treatment for minimally verbal autistic adults.

Eligibility Criteria

Adult age (18+), autism diagnosis, lives in NJ or NY, limited verbal communication

View study flyer here.

Contact Information
Research Study Website
Rutgers University, LifeSPAN Autism Lab

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