Autistic adults and ABA practitioners share their views on therapy
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study collects perspectives from autistic adults who have had Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and from practitioners who have provided ABA. It aims to include diverse viewpoints, not just extreme ones.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are either an autistic person who has experienced ABA therapy, or a practitioner who has given ABA therapy.
- You speak English fluently.
- You do not hold the most extreme views about ABA (e.g., that it should never be used or that it is the only option).
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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