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NCT06915415 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
Comparison Between a Live Canine or Toy Dog on Prosocial Behavior and Emotional Regulation in Autistic Children
A NA study, sponsored by University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.
- Completed
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 9
- Enrollment target
NCT06915415: Completed NA study, sponsored by University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.
NCT06915415 is a NA study that has completed, run by University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. The registered enrollment target is 9 participants, below the 1,404-participant average among 58,714 other NA trials with a reported enrollment target (99% lower). According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT06915415, a NA study, has completed, sponsored by University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 9 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
This study investigated the human-animal interaction (HAI) and bond (HAB) between a canine trained in therapy techniques or a canine plush toy and youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) during animal-assisted therapy (AAT) sessions. The purpose of this study is to explore identified gaps in knowledge pertaining to AAT in pediatric ASD care management by documenting human interaction between either a live canine or the plush toy canine during AAT sessions and evaluating prosocial behaviors observed during and after AAT sessions. This study addressed the following research questions: 1. How do children with autism ages 2 to 18 years interact with a live canine during AAT sessions? 2. How do children with autism ages 2 to 18 years interact with a toy plush dog during AAT sessions? 3. Is there a difference in HAI in the live canine group and the toy plush dog group? 4. Is there a difference in prosocial behavior observed during AAT sessions between the live canine group and the toy plush dog group? 5. Is there a difference in behavior after AAT sessions between the live canine group and the toy plush dog group? Participants were randomly assigned to either the live canine or toy plush dog group. Adaptive functioning and social responsiveness evaluations were obtained to compare baseline behavior between the two groups. Participants attended an AAT session once weekly for 6 to 8 weeks. Each group received the same therapy provided by the therapist; the only difference being the incorporation of a live canine during the therapy session. Caregivers completed a weekly assessment depicting participants' positive and negative affect at the beginning of each session. Caregivers also completed a monthly assessment noting strengths and difficulties in social functioning and behavior at the start of the first, middle, and final session. AAT sessions were recorded and behavior occurring during the sessions was coded to note HAI and HAB that occurred during the sessions.
Primary Outcome
Targets of interaction is defined by the object or person with whom the primary participant directly interacts during AAT sessions. Participants can vocalize or verbalize, touch, make nonverbal communication, look, show affection, or demonstrate prosocial behaviors toward the target. Targets include caregivers, the therapist, the trained canine, and plush toy canine. Caregivers are defined as the participant's legal guardian or representative over age 16 years who was present during AAT sessions
Interventions
- BEHAVIORAL Behavioral therapy
- BEHAVIORAL Animal-assisted therapy
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 9 participants |
| Start Date | 2023-10-01 |
| Est. Completion | 2024-12-31 |
| Phase | NA |
What the finished NCT06915415 record still lists
NCT06915415 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registry caps enrollment at 9 participants, a relatively small participant target, below the 1,404-participant average among 58,714 other NA trials with a reported enrollment target (99% lower).
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 2 interventions - of which Behavioral therapy is the first listed.
NCT06915415 does not publish any study locations in the registry export this page uses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT06915415 about?
NCT06915415 is a clinical study titled "Comparison Between a Live Canine or Toy Dog on Prosocial Behavior and Emotional Regulation in Autistic Children". This study investigated the human-animal interaction (HAI) and bond (HAB) between a canine trained in therapy techniques or a canine plush toy and youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) during animal-assisted therapy (AAT) sessions. The purpose of this study is to explore identified gaps in knowl...
What is the current status of trial NCT06915415?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 9 participants. The study started on 2023-10-01. Estimated completion is 2024-12-31.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT06915415?
The interventions under investigation include: Behavioral therapy (BEHAVIORAL), Animal-assisted therapy (BEHAVIORAL).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT06915415?
This trial is sponsored by University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, which has 25 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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Where NCT06915415's enrollment target sits among peer trials
9 1975th of 2000 higher than 25 of 2,000 other NA trials
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