Talk therapy and yoga for burnout in parents of children with autism
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests if combining talk therapy (ACT) with gentle yoga can help parents of children with autism who feel burned out. If you often feel exhausted or overwhelmed by caregiving, this program may give you new coping skills and support.
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Who can take part
- You are the parent of a child with autism (diagnosed by a doctor using DSM-5).
- You feel burned out or exhausted from parenting.
- You can talk, hear, and understand normally.
- You are the main person taking care of your child each day.
- You are willing to take part voluntarily and give your permission.
- You do not have an untreated serious mental health condition (like severe depression or schizophrenia) or another major illness that would get in the way.
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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