Robot and sensory therapy for social skills in autism
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests if robot-assisted activities combined with sensory integration therapy can help children aged 4-6 with autism improve their social and emotional skills.
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Who can take part
- Your child is between 4 and 6 years old.
- Your child has an autism diagnosis or is suspected to have autism.
- Your child's learning ability is at least average (DQ score of 70 or higher).
- Your child has some difficulty with social and emotional skills (DQ score below 85).
- Your child does not have any serious medical or psychological condition that would make it hard to participate.
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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