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Dialectic Behaviour Therapy (DBT) for People With Autism: A Multiple Baseline Single Case Design

Sponsor: GGZ Friesland • ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07786883

Registry updated: 2026-08-26

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Description

The goal of this experimental study is to test the effectiveness of Dialectic Behavioural Therapy in patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The aim questions are: 1. What is the effect of DBT on maladaptive emotion regulation strategies and emotional well-being in patients with ASD? 2. Is the use of DBT skills associated with a reduction in maladaptive emotion regulation strategies and an increase of emotional well-being over time? 3. What are the dynamics over time between maladaptive emotion regulation strategies, emotional well-being and sensory overload? Participants will: * Follow DBT of 10 months * Keep a diary on their urge of maladaptive emotion regulation strategies and well-being

Interventions

Dialectic Behavioural Therapy (Behavioral)
Dialectic Behavioural Therapy for emotion regulation, adapted to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Eligibility criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * DSM-5 diagnosis of ASD * Sufficient understanding, as demonstrated in conversation with intake therapist; * Explicit behavioural problems, which, according to patient and therapist, lead to functional problems (like suicidal ideation, auto mutilation, emotional outburst and interpersonal conflicts); * BMI \> 17; * Commitment to the therapy and shared goals as assessed by intake therapist; Exclusion Criteria: * Antisocial behaviour which interrupts the group climate; * Presence of a trauma-related disorder that is likely to interfere with the ability to engage effectively in DBT or that requires specialized trauma-focused treatment prior to or alongside DBT as assessed by intake team; * Excessive dependency on substances for which no parallel appropriate policy can be made; * Diagnosis of psychotic disorder if not stable; * Diagnosed with bipolar disorder.

Conditions

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Locations

GGZ Friesland — Leeuwarden, Provincie Friesland, Netherlands

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