Bergamot Aromatherapy for Anxiety in a Medical Office Among Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Randomized, Controlled Trial
Overview
- Phase
- Not Applicable
- Intervention
- Not specified
- Conditions
- Anxiety
- Sponsor
- Franklin Health Research
- Enrollment
- 28
- Locations
- 1
- Primary Endpoint
- Change from baseline in Heart Rate
- Status
- Completed
- Last Updated
- 7 years ago
Overview
Brief Summary
This study evaluated the use of bergamot aromatherapy in the treatment of anxiety in a medical office setting among children who are diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. H
Detailed Description
Bergamot aromatherapy relieves anxiety in adult populations but has not been tested in a pediatric population with autism spectrum disorder. Because autism spectrum disorders often include hypersensitivity to sensory experiences, the use of essential oils in this population should be evaluated.
Investigators
Jessie Hawkins, PhD
Research Director
Franklin Health Research
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- •Between 6-11 years of age
- •Diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder
Exclusion Criteria
- Not provided
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
Change from baseline in Heart Rate
Time Frame: baseline and after the 15 minute intervention
Routine heart rate measurement
Change from baseline State Trait Anxiety Inventory for Children
Time Frame: baseline and after the 15 minute intervention
Self reported anxiety survey measuring state anxiety in children through 20 questions with a score ranging from 0-60 with higher scores representing higher anxiety.
Change from baseline in Blood Pressure
Time Frame: baseline and after the 15 minute intervention
Routine blood pressure measurement