NCT07768332

Brief Summary

This study will examine whether visiting the National Taiwan Museum can support the social and emotional well-being of autistic adults. The research team plans to recruit 90 autistic adults aged 18 to 50 from the Department of Psychiatry at National Taiwan University Hospital. Participants must have average-range intellectual ability and be able and willing to complete the study activities and assessments. People with serious physical or mental health conditions that would prevent full participation will not be included. Participants must also agree to audio and video recording during the activities. After an outpatient doctor confirms eligibility, participants will complete questionnaires and choose one of three museum participation options:

  1. 1.Visit the museum once independently.
  2. 2.Join five guided museum visits with group discussions.
  3. 3.Invite a friend to visit the museum together.

Trial Health

77
On Track

Trial Health Score

Automated assessment based on enrollment pace, timeline, and geographic reach

Enrollment
90

participants targeted

Target at P50-P75 for not_applicable

Timeline
14mo left

Started May 2024

Longer than P75 for not_applicable

Geographic Reach
1 country

1 active site

Status
recruiting

Health score is calculated from publicly available data and should be used for screening purposes only.

Trial Relationships

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Study Timeline

Key milestones and dates

Study Progress68%
May 2024Dec 2027

Study Start

First participant enrolled

May 1, 2024

Completed
2.2 years until next milestone

First Submitted

Initial submission to the registry

July 29, 2026

Completed
19 days until next milestone

First Posted

Study publicly available on registry

August 17, 2026

Completed
1.3 years until next milestone

Primary Completion

Last participant's last visit for primary outcome

December 1, 2027

Expected
Same day until next milestone

Study Completion

Last participant's last visit for all outcomes

December 1, 2027

Last Updated

August 17, 2026

Status Verified

July 1, 2026

Enrollment Period

3.6 years

First QC Date

July 29, 2026

Last Update Submit

August 13, 2026

Conditions

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASDAutismAutistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Keywords

Autism spectrum disorderASDautismpsychosocial interventionsocial participationcommunity-based interventioncultural participationautistic adultssocial prescribingmuseum-based intervention

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

  • Activity satisfaction

    Participants will also complete an activity evaluation based on the University College London Museum Wellbeing Questionnaire. The questionnaire contains 12 items rated on a five-point scale from "never" to "always." It assesses whether participants: Felt happy. Became absorbed in the activity. Felt comfortable and relaxed. Felt safe and secure. Enjoyed the company of others. Enjoyed talking with other people. Found the activity new and interesting. Enjoyed taking part. Found the activity arrangement engaging. Considered the activity entertaining. Felt confident while participating. Experienced a sense of physical and emotional well-being after the activity. Higher scores suggest greater satisfaction.

    Change from baseline to after the intervention

Secondary Outcomes (5)

  • Loneliness

    Change from baseline to after the intervention

  • Emotional intelligence

    Change from baseline to after the intervention

  • Social interaction anxiety

    Change from baseline to after the intervention

  • Depression

    Change from baseline to after the intervention

  • Anxiety

    Change from baseline to after the intervention

Other Outcomes (6)

  • Autistic characteristics

    Change from baseline to after the intervention

  • Empathy

    Change from baseline to after the intervention

  • Social responsiveness

    Change from baseline to after the intervention

  • +3 more other outcomes

Study Arms (3)

Independent museum visit

EXPERIMENTAL

Will visit the museum independently on one occasion

Behavioral: Independent museum visit

Guided museum visits and group discussions

EXPERIMENTAL

Will attend five structured museum sessions with a group of approximately 10 to 15 participants. Every session will consist of a guided museum visit followed by a facilitated group discussion.

Behavioral: Guided museum visits and group discussions

Museum visit with a friend

EXPERIMENTAL

Will invite a friend or companion of their choice to visit the museum with them

Behavioral: Museum visit with a friend

Interventions

Independent museum visitBEHAVIORAL

Visit the museum independently on one occasion

Independent museum visit
Guided museum visits and group discussionsBEHAVIORAL

Participants will attend five structured museum sessions. Each group will include approximately 10 to 15 participants. Every session will consist of a guided museum visit followed by a facilitated group discussion.

Guided museum visits and group discussions
Museum visit with a friendBEHAVIORAL

Participants will invite a friend or companion of their choice to visit the museum with them.

Museum visit with a friend

Eligibility Criteria

Age18 Years - 50 Years
Sexall
Healthy VolunteersNo
Age GroupsAdult (18-64)

You may qualify if:

  • Meet the diagnostic criteria for autism spectrum disorder.
  • Have intellectual functioning within the normal range.
  • Be willing and able to participate in the study procedures.
  • Be willing to attend the relevant museum activities and group discussions, when applicable.
  • Agree to audio and video recording during relevant study activities.

You may not qualify if:

  • Are unwilling to complete the required assessments.
  • Have a serious physical or psychiatric condition that limits their physical stamina, emotional capacity, or ability to understand and complete the study procedures.
  • Refuse audio or video recording.

Contact the study team to confirm eligibility.

Sponsors & Collaborators

Study Sites (1)

National Taiwan University Hospital

Taipei, Taiwan

RECRUITING

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MeSH Terms

Conditions

Autism Spectrum DisorderAutistic Disorder

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Child Development Disorders, PervasiveNeurodevelopmental DisordersMental Disorders

Central Study Contacts

Yi-Ling Chien, MD, PhD

CONTACT

+866+223123456ntuh.peers@gmail.com

Study Design

Study Type
interventional
Phase
not applicable
Allocation
NON RANDOMIZED
Masking
NONE
Purpose
SUPPORTIVE CARE
Intervention Model
PARALLEL
Sponsor Type
OTHER
Responsible Party
SPONSOR

Study Record Dates

First Submitted

July 29, 2026

First Posted

August 17, 2026

Study Start

May 1, 2024

Primary Completion (Estimated)

December 1, 2027

Study Completion (Estimated)

December 1, 2027

Last Updated

August 17, 2026

Record last verified: 2026-07

Locations

TW(1)