Could farm animals help young adults with autism break out of social isolation?

NCT ID NCT06431126

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: Kronoberg County Council Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 29, 2026 · Last updated Jun 30, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial explores whether spending time on a farm with animals and nature can help socially withdrawn young adults (ages 18–30) with autism spectrum disorder. Participants take part in supervised group activities on a farm twice a week for 12 weeks. Researchers will interview participants before, after, and one year later to understand changes in their daily life and social engagement.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Nature and animal-assisted group activities on a farm
What this could lead to: If successful, this approach could offer a low-cost, non-drug way to help young adults with autism overcome social withdrawal and move toward work or study.
What could go wrong: This is a very small feasibility study with only 13 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The intervention is time-intensive and may not suit everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

autism spectrum disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER NEUROPSYCHIATRIC SYNDROME

Contacts and locations

Locations

Kronoberg County Council

Vaxjo, 35242, Sweden

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