LEGO-Based Play Therapy for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder
ConditionAutism Spectrum Disorder
Trial statusNot yet recruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age6-12
SponsorMarmara University
About this trial
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by difficulties in social communication and interaction, as well as restricted and repetitive patterns of behavior. Children with ASD often experience challenges in developing social relationships and engaging in age-appropriate play activities.
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of LEGO®-Based Play Therapy in improving social skills and play skills in children with autism spectrum disorder. Participants are assigned to either a LEGO®-Based Play Therapy group or a control group. The intervention consists of structured group sessions conducted over a 12-week period using collaborative LEGO® building activities designed to promote communication, cooperation, problem-solving, and peer interaction.
The primary outcomes are changes in social skills and play skills measured using validated assessment tools before and after the intervention. The findings of this study may provide evidence regarding the effectiveness of LEGO®-Based Play Therapy as a supportive intervention for children with autism spectrum disorder and contribute to the development of evidence-based psychosocial interventions.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Children aged 6 to 12 years.
Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, Text Revision (DSM-5-TR) or the International Classification of Diseases, 11th Revision (ICD-11).
Regular attendance at the Istanbul Gedik University Center for Barrier-Free Life Practice and Research.
No physical health condition that would prevent participation in group activities.
Disqualifiers
Presence of a physical, neurological, or psychiatric condition that would prevent participation in LEGO®-Based Group Play Therapy.
Absence from more than 20% of the planned 12 intervention sessions. Incomplete completion of the data collection instruments by the parent or legal guardian, or failure to participate in the post-intervention or follow-up assessments.
Withdrawal from the study by the child or the parent/legal guardian at any stage of the research
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- LEGO®-Based Play Therapy
Treatment groups
60 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groupsSponsors and collaborators
Marmara University
Lead sponsor
İstanbul Gedik University
Collaborator
Source ClinicalTrials.gov