Rewiring the social brain: can a 16-Week program ease Autism's social struggles?

NCT ID NCT05884853

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

First seen Jul 31, 2026 · Last updated Jul 31, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a 16-week social skills program, called PEERS, can improve social functioning in adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Researchers will measure changes in social symptoms and brain activity related to social processing. The goal is to see if this behavioral intervention can positively affect the 'social brain' network and enhance quality of life.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: PEERS, a 16-week group-based social skills training program
What this could lead to: If successful, this could point toward a non-drug therapy that improves social functioning and quality of life for adults with autism.
What could go wrong: This is a relatively small study, and results may not apply to everyone with autism. The training requires active participation from both the adult and a caregiver, which may not be feasible for all.

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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

Contacts and locations

Locations

National Taiwan University Hospital
RECRUITING

Taipei, Zhongzheng Dist., 100229, Taiwan

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