Internet-based Coaching for Young Adults With Neuropsychiatric Disorders
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Tourette's Disorder
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder focused on measuring ADHD, Autism spectrum condition, Tourette's disorder, Internet-based, chat, coach
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
- The individuals had to fulfill a diagnosis of ADHD, Tourette's disorder and/or an ASD (autistic disorder, Asperger's disorder or pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified (PDD NOS), according to the DSM-IV (APA, 1994).
- The inclusion age was between 15 and 26 years.
Exclusion Criteria:
- mental retardation,
- current psychosis,
- current major depression,
- current alcohol and/or substance abuse/dependence,
- severe dyslexia and/or severe psychosocial problems (e.g. criminality)
Sites / Locations
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Other
'Habilitation (Internet-based support)
Before the individual started with the internet-based support and coaching (IBSC), a meeting with the coach was compulsory to discuss what specific issues they were going to work with during the period of IBSC. The IBSC was offered at fixed times twice a week during an eight-week period. Two meetings between the individual and the coach were included. Between chat sessions the individuals and the coaches could get in touch using the programme's e-mail. The content of the support and coaching was individualised based on each individual's requirement. Once a fortnight a meeting was held with the head of the project and coaches. Issues regarding ongoing support and coaching were addressed.