Pilot trial to prevent relapse of severe problem behavior
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests a new way to help children and teens with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD) avoid relapsing into severe problem behaviors like aggression or self-injury. It focuses on behaviors that are triggered by wanting attention or access to favorite items.
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Who can take part
- Age between 6 and 17 years old
- Have an intellectual or developmental disability (IDD)
- Show at least one type of severe problem behavior (like hitting, biting, or yelling)
- The behavior is mainly done to get attention or access to preferred items
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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