Horseback riding therapy for children with autism
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether horseback riding therapy can improve the quality of life for children with autism. If your child qualifies, they will take part in sessions with a trained horse and therapist.
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Who can take part
- Your child is between 8 and 12 years old.
- Your child has a formal autism diagnosis from a doctor.
- Your child can understand and follow instructions during horseback riding sessions.
- Your child does not have other conditions like ADHD, severe behavior problems, or a language disorder that makes understanding hard.
- Your child is not allergic to horses and is not currently doing horse therapy elsewhere.
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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