Introduction:

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by difficulties in communication and social interaction. Evidence in adults remains limited. In the United States, prevalence is 2.21%, while no clear figures exist for Colombia.

Objective:

To analyze psychological interventions reported in the scientific literature for adults with ASD and their main characteristics.

Materials and Methods:

A scoping review was conducted in PubMed, EBSCO Host, Scopus, Science Direct, and Google Scholar (June 2024). Clinical trials and randomized controlled trials were included, excluding medical/pharmacological treatments, irrelevant outcomes, and studies with methodological flaws. Results: twenty-seven articles were obtained. Cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness predominated. Techniques such as meditation, mindful breathing and psychoeducation were applied in group, in-person interventions.

Conclusions:

studies show benefits of psychological interventions; however, accessible and tailored protocols remain necessary.

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