ADEPT: Guided self-help for depression in adults with Autism
Research type
Research Study
Full title
ADEPT (Autism Depression Trial): Guided self-help for depression in adults with autism: a feasibility study\n\n
IRAS ID
191558
Contact name
Ailsa Russell
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust
ISRCTN Number
ISRCTN54650760
Duration of Study in the UK
2 years, 6 months, 1 days
Research summary
Depression is a mental health problem that affects many people. Depression has been found to occur more frequently in people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). \nThe National Institute for Clinical Health Excellence (NICE) recommends a psychological or talking therapy, Guided Self-Help, as an effective treatment for depression. Studies have found that people with ASD can find psychological therapies helpful, if they are adapted to suit their needs. These studies have primarily investigated adapted Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) for anxiety problems in ASD. Guided self-help for depression has not yet been adapted for people with ASD. We do not know if adults with ASD access Guided Self-Help as part of mainstream services when they are experiencing problems with depression. This study aims to (1) develop guided self-help materials specifically for adults with ASD and depression, (2) find out how acceptable these materials are to adults with ASD and depression and (3) find out if it is feasible to run a clinical trial comparing adapted Guided Self-Help for depression with Treatment as usual. \n
REC name
Wales REC 3
REC reference
16/WA/0077
Date of REC Opinion
15 Apr 2016
REC opinion
Further Information Favourable Opinion