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Can a 5-Minute daily writing exercise ease stress for parents of autistic kids?

NCT ID NCT07347717

Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Macau Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests a 14-day digital writing program designed to help parents of autistic individuals manage stress and improve mental health. Participants use a WeChat mini-program to write about their feelings and practice self-kindness for about 5 minutes each day. The trial includes 240 parents and compares the writing group to a control group to see if the program is feasible, acceptable, and helpful.

What this could mean

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Active substance
self-compassion writing program (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a low-cost, accessible way to improve mental health for parents of autistic individuals.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial focused on feasibility, not proof of effectiveness. The intervention is brief and digital, so results may not apply to all parents or lead to lasting change.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

240 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Dec 2025

Expected to finish

Feb 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * are parents of individuals with either a formal autism diagnosis or a provisional diagnosis from a medical institution * are living with the autistic individual * are aged 18 years or older * regularly use WeChat * are willing to commit to the study procedure Exclusion Criteria: * current experience of acute mental health issues (e.g., severe depression, anxiety, suicidal tendencies) * undergoing serious health crises (e.g., undergoing major surgery or diagnosed with a life-threatening illness) * pregnancy

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Conditions

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autism Psychological Well-Being

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Mental health

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Macau

    Taipa, Macau

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