Can a structured program help adults with autism build better relationships?
NCT ID NCT05054829
First seen Jul 31, 2026 · Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Summary
This trial tests whether a structured social skills program, called PEERS, can help adults with autism improve their social interactions and relationships. Participants aged 18 to 45 with relational difficulties and a caregiver's support will either join the program or be in a comparison group. The study measures changes in social skills and overall functioning to see if the program makes a meaningful difference.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- PEERS® social skills training program
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this program could offer a practical, evidence-based way to help adults with autism improve social interactions and build meaningful relationships.
- What could go wrong
- The trial is relatively small and early-stage, and results may not apply to everyone. Social skills training may not work for all individuals, and benefits could vary widely.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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National Taiwan University Hospital
RECRUITINGTaipei, 100, Taiwan
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