The perception of emotional expressions in social anxiety and autism

• Conditions: twee patientengroepen (2x N=60): angst en autisme; social anxiety and autism; 10002861

• Registration Number: NL-OMON52701
• Lead Sponsor: niversiteit Leiden

Brief Summary

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Detailed Description

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Study Timeline

• Last Update Posted: 15 April 2024

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Pending
• Sex: Not specified
• Target Recruitment: 240

Inclusion Criteria

Inclusion criteria for patients: diagnosed with either autism spectrum disorder
or social anxiety disorder.

Exclusion Criteria

Another comorbid disorder

Study & Design

• Study Type: Observational non invasive
• Study Design: Not specified

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
<p>In all studies proposed, 60 ASD and 60 SAD patients are being compared with 120<br /><br>carefully matched, healthy controls. In the dyadic interaction study we will<br /><br>have an additional 120 healthy subjects. The sample size is based on facial<br /><br>mimicry research9, and discussed with expert colleagues. Participants fill out<br /><br>questionnaires measuring empathy, anxiety and autistic traits. Subjects wear<br /><br>eye tracking glasses to measure gaze and pupil size, and electrodes to measure<br /><br>facial muscle movements. Psychophysiological measures, e.g., heart-rate and<br /><br>facial temperature give insight in arousal and blushing.</p><br>

Secondary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
<p>n/a</p><br>