Education program for older adults with autism
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial offers a group education program (psychoeducation) designed for older adults with autism. It helps you learn more about autism and how to manage daily challenges, all in a supportive setting.
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Who can take part
- You are 55 years old or older.
- You have a formal diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder, or a team of experts has said you probably have it.
- You do not have a serious mental health condition that needs urgent treatment (like psychosis).
- You do not have a major memory or thinking problem (like dementia or a brain injury).
- You do not have a substance abuse problem that requires medically supervised detox.
- Your IQ is 70 or higher (if you know your IQ score).
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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