Aromatherapy for Anxiety Among Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder
| Status: | Completed |
|---|---|
| Conditions: | Anxiety, Neurology, Psychiatric, Psychiatric, Autism |
| Therapuetic Areas: | Neurology, Psychiatry / Psychology |
| Healthy: | No |
| Age Range: | 6 - 11 |
| Updated: | 1/30/2019 |
| Start Date: | June 24, 2016 |
| End Date: | March 30, 2018 |
Bergamot Aromatherapy for Anxiety in a Medical Office Among Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Randomized, Controlled Trial
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
medical office setting among children who are diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. H
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.
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.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Between 6-11 years of age
- Diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder
Exclusion Criteria:
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