Helping parents manage repetitive behaviors in children with autism through telehealth.
Parent implemented treatment for repetitive behaviors in children with ASD: Using a novel telehealth approach to increase service access
This study is testing a new way for parents to help their young children with autism manage repetitive behaviors from home, especially since many families have faced challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Kansas Lawrence NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lawrence, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11072072 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a telehealth approach that empowers parents to implement treatment strategies for their children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), specifically targeting repetitive behaviors. Given the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, many families have reported an increase in these behaviors, and this project aims to bridge the gap in therapy access. The methodology involves training parents to use evidence-based techniques to address their child's behaviors, enhancing their ability to support their child's development from home. The study will assess the effectiveness of this approach in improving outcomes for children aged 0-11 years.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder who exhibit repetitive behaviors.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have autism spectrum disorder or who are outside the age range of 0-11 years may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide families with effective tools to manage and reduce challenging repetitive behaviors in children with autism, improving their overall quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited large-scale research specifically targeting repetitive behaviors in ASD through telehealth, similar approaches have shown promise in other areas of behavioral therapy.
Where this research is happening
Lawrence, United States
- University of Kansas Lawrence — Lawrence, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Boyd, Brian Antonio — University of Kansas Lawrence
- Study coordinator: Boyd, Brian Antonio
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.