Horse-assisted therapy for autistic teens who need more help regulating emotions
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests whether working with horses can improve emotion control in autistic teens who did not get enough benefit from regular therapy. It focuses on safety and making sure participants can understand instructions and interact appropriately with horses.
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Who can take part
- You (or your child) are between 11 and 18 years old
- You have an autism diagnosis confirmed by a licensed health professional
- Regular therapy for at least 1.5 years was not enough for emotion regulation
- You can respond to questions, and you can use the study’s language (Dutch)
- You and the teen can physically and emotionally handle working with horses safely
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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