Art therapy boosts bonds for moms and kids with intellectual disabilities
NCT ID NCT05214859
First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a program where mothers and their children with intellectual disabilities (ages 6-12) did art activities together to improve their relationship and well-being. 157 mother-child pairs took part, with some receiving the art program and others continuing usual care. The goal was to see if art could reduce parenting stress and burnout, and improve mood and communication.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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157 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Jul 2022
- Finished
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Jan 2026
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Eligible participants are mother-child dyads that fulfill the following inclusion criteria. * The child is 6-12 years old (primary school student); * The child is diagnosed with mild to moderate ID, IQ score ranges from 35 to 69 (based on the assessment conducted by certified clinicians); * By the judgement of the health/school professional staff, the child is capable of responding to assessments and participating in group activities; * The dyad is willing and able to give consent for participation. Exclusion Criteria: * The dyad is currently participating in any other behavioral or pharmacological trial * Either member of the dyad have other contraindications or severe comorbidities that may impair their full participation (e.g., severe physical disabilities)
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Centre on Behavioral Health HKU
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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