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Autism and Attachment. An Explorative Study of Attachment Styles in Autistic Adults.

Autism and Attachment. An Explorative Study of Attachment Styles in Autistic Adults.

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Overview

The present study examines the relationship between attachment and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in adults.

Description

Rationale: Previous research on autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attachment has improved understanding of the aetiology and development of the disorder. Research on adults with ASD, however is scarce. The study is focussed on attachment in adults with ASD. Objective: The aim of the current study is to explore attachment styles of adults with ASD and examining the relationship between attachment and ASD.

The study requires 60 participants.

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Inclusion criteria are:
    • a primary clinical diagnosis of DSM-5 ASD (APA, 2013)
    • age 18 - 65 years
    • no intellectual disability (IQ > 80)

Exclusion Criteria:

  • acute psychosis
  • acute suicidality
  • psychotic disorder
  • intellectual disability (IQ < 80)

Study details
    Autism Spectrum Disorder

NCT06375226

Parnassia Groep

11 August 2025

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