Emotion Regulation Interventions for Autistic Children and Adolescents: Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis

A network meta-analysis of 38 randomized controlled trials evaluated non-pharmacological emotion regulation interventions for autistic youth, ranking technology-aided instruction and intervention (TAII) and cognitive behavioral therapy as most effective overall. Effectiveness varied by intervention duration, setting, delivery method, and age, supporting a personalized, stepped-care approach tailored to individual context.