N/A
Completed N=30
Identifying Precursors to Severe Problem Behavior
Problem Behavior · Aggression
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov NCT04097431 ↗
Enrolled (actual)
30
Serious AEs
—
Results posted
Mar 2024
Primary outcomePrimary: Severe Problem Behavior (SPB)
Summary
The primary objective of this research is to evaluate the escalating sequence of behavior that culminates in severe problem behavior (SPB, such as aggression, self-injury, and disruption). To do so, we will investigate the precursors of SPB, which are defined as behaviors that are not as severe or dangerous as SPB, but that reliably precede the occurrence of SPB. Identifying and knowing about these precursors has the potential to complement existing behavioral treatments, making treatments safer (because SPB may occur to a lesser extent or not at all). However, existing research on precursors has been opportunistic and lacks systematic study. This research will examine methods to identify and better understand precursors.
Outcome Measures
| Outcome | Result | p-value |
|---|---|---|
| PRIMARY Severe Problem Behavior (SPB) |
— | — |
| SECONDARY Precursor Behavior (Attempts When Being Blocked) |
— | — |
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- Children aged 6 -17
- Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Individuals who engage in severe problem behavior (e.g., aggression or self injury)
Exclusion Criteria
- No exclusion criteria
Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT04097431). Outcome figures and adverse-event rates are extracted automatically from the registry's posted results and are provided for clinician reference, not as a substitute for the primary publication. Informational only — not medical advice.