Helping parents support children waiting for an autism diagnosis
Opt In - Implementation and Evaluation of an Early Intervention Program for Children Waiting to Receive an Autism Diagnosis
This study is all about helping parents of kids who are waiting to find out if they have autism by giving them online training to learn helpful strategies that can support their child's growth and reduce any worries, even before a diagnosis is made.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Drexel University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11046237 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on providing early intervention resources to parents of children who are waiting for an autism diagnosis. It aims to empower caregivers by offering an online training program called 'Online Parent Training in Early Behavioral Intervention (OPT-In-Early)', which includes modules that teach evidence-based strategies to support their child's development. By addressing developmental concerns early, the program seeks to mitigate the harmful delays often associated with the diagnostic process. The goal is to enhance adaptive behaviors and reduce anxiety in children before they receive a formal diagnosis.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are parents or caregivers of children under 11 years old who are awaiting an autism diagnosis.
Not a fit: Patients who have already received an autism diagnosis or are over the age of 11 may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the waiting time for effective interventions for children with autism, leading to better developmental outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that early interventions for autism can be beneficial, suggesting that this approach may also yield positive results.
Where this research is happening
Philadelphia, United States
- Drexel University — Philadelphia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Vivanti, Giacomo — Drexel University
- Study coordinator: Vivanti, Giacomo
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.