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Museums as medicine? a trial tests social prescribing for autism

NCT ID NCT07768332

NEW Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Aug 17, 2026 · Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Summary

This study explores whether visiting a museum can support the social and emotional well-being of autistic adults. Researchers plan to enroll 90 autistic adults aged 18 to 50 with average intellectual ability. Participants choose one of three options: a solo museum visit, five guided group visits with discussions, or a visit with a friend. Questionnaires before and after the program measure loneliness, emotional skills, anxiety, and satisfaction, comparing the three approaches to see which may offer the most benefit.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
Museum-based social prescribing (independent visit, guided group visits, or visit with a friend)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could support museum-based activities as a low-cost, non-drug way to improve social participation, emotional well-being, and quality of life for autistic adults.
What could go wrong
This is a small feasibility study, so results may not apply broadly. Outcomes rely on self-reported questionnaires, and benefits may vary by individual preference.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

autism autism spectrum disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

AUTISM AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER (ASD AUTISTIC SPECTRUM DISORDER (ASD)

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • National Taiwan University Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Taipei, Taiwan

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