NCT07682753 MH-POWER for College Students on the Spectrum
| NCT ID | NCT07682753 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | University of Texas Rio Grande Valley |
| Condition | Autistic College Students With Anxiety, Depression, Stress |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 30 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-07-01 |
| Primary Completion | 2027-06-30 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 30 participants in total. It began in 2026-07-01 with a primary completion date of 2027-06-30.
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Brief Summary
The purpose of this project is to determine the feasibility and preliminary efficacy of a mental health skill-building and empowerment program (MH-POWER) for college students on the autism spectrum facing stress, anxiety, and depression. The program, grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and habit formation, will be implemented through weekly sessions and daily practice over 8 weeks. To evaluate the program's preliminary efficacy, we will measure mental health symptoms at baseline, mid-point, post-intervention, and one-month follow-up. Positive outcomes could lead to scalable interventions.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria * College students at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley * age 18-30 years * self-reported autism diagnosis confirmed via Social Responsiveness Scale-2nd Edition, the gold standard to assess impairment in adults on the autism spectrum * elevated stress, anxiety (worry, feeling overwhelmed), or depression (feeling down), confirmed using highly reliable and validated screening tools; Patient Health Questionnaire-9, General Anxiety Disorder-7, Kessler Psychological Distress Scale-10 * not currently receiving intensive psychological treatment or psychiatric medication adjustments * must be able to speak and read English * willing to participate in an 8-week intervention study Exclusion criteria: \- None
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07682753 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 30 Years, studying Autistic College Students With Anxiety, Depression, Stress. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07682753 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07682753 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at wenpin.chang@utrgv.edu for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07682753 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Edinburg, United States.
Who is sponsoring the NCT07682753 clinical trial?
NCT07682753 is sponsored by University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. The trial plans to enroll 30 participants.
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