Evaluation of SkillTalk for Autistic Young Adults

Conditions

• Autism Spectrum Disorder

Eligibility Criteria

Sex

ALL

Age

18 Years - 28 Years

Healthy Volunteers

Not accepted

Interventions

• SkillTalk for Autistic Young Adults — OTHER
  A Microskills video training library on communication skills for autistic young adults.
• Flyer Library — OTHER
  A collection of existing online resources on relationship skills

Study Details

The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the effectiveness of using a Microskills video training library for young adults, aged 18-28, with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to enhance their skills in developing and maintaining healthy relationships. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Does using SkillTalk increase autistic young adults skills in the communications skills that are demonstrated in the video curriculum (skills: resolve conflict, compromise, give feedback)? * Does using SkillTalk increase reported confidence and satisfaction in communication and relationship skills? * Does using SkillTalk increase interpersonal competence? * Does using SkillTalk increase ability to cope with rejection? * Does using SkillTalk improve mental health and wellbeing? Participants will be asked to: * Take a survey at the beginning of the study, after one month the end of the study, and at 3-month follow up * Participate in recorded video calls with projects staff, comprised of 2-3 brief roleplay scenarios of relationship skills at the beginning of the study, after one month the end of the study, and at 3-month follow up * Watch a minimum of 85% of the 60 minutes of video assigned

Key Dates

Start date

Mar 1, 2024

Status verified

May 2025

Primary completion

Aug 31, 2024

Completion

Aug 31, 2024

Study Design

Enrollment

115 participants (actual)

Allocation

RANDOMIZED

Intervention model

PARALLEL

Primary purpose

OTHER

Arms

• Experimental: Video Library Group
  This arm will receive the intervention. This intervention is access to the SkillTalk for AYA Microskills video library, about 60 minutes in duration. The library includes a curriculum covering skills such as setting boundaries, resolving conflict, and emotional regulation.
• Active Comparator: Flyer Library Group
  During the intervention period, arm 2 will receive flyers with information on relationship skills. This arm will receive the intervention upon completion of follow-up study activities.

Primary Outcome Measure

Demonstrated Skill Score in Communication Skills. [ Time Frame: Baseline (T1), 1 month (T2), and 4 months (T3) ]

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