Breathing exercises for emotional control in young adults with autism
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether guided breathing exercises can help young adults with autism better manage emotions and body responses. You'll learn simple breathing techniques, and the study will track how your heart rate responds to stress.
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Who can take part
- You are between 16 and 25 years old.
- You have a diagnosis of autism (based on DSM-4 or DSM-5).
- You do not have any heart conditions or uncontrolled epilepsy or serious breathing problems.
- You are not currently experiencing severe mental health issues (like psychosis or major depression) or active drug/alcohol use.
- You do not have an intellectual disability (IQ under 70).
- You can understand and follow instructions in Dutch.
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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