Improving communication skills in toddlers at risk for language delays
Optimizing Intervention Options for Toddlers with Early Social Communication Delays
This study is looking at ways to help toddlers who have siblings with autism and might struggle with talking and communicating, by creating a flexible program that parents can use to support their child's social skills and communication as they grow.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas at Austin NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Austin, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10728442 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on toddlers who are siblings of children with autism and are at risk for language and communication delays. It aims to develop and test an adaptive intervention that parents can use to support their child's social communication development. The study will monitor the children's progress and adjust the intervention based on their evolving needs. By involving parents in the intervention process, the research seeks to enhance both child and family outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are toddlers aged 0-3 years who are siblings of children diagnosed with autism.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have siblings with autism or who are outside the age range may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective communication interventions for toddlers at risk of language delays, improving their developmental outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using adaptive interventions for developmental delays, suggesting that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Austin, United States
- University of Texas at Austin — Austin, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hampton, Lauren Hazledine — University of Texas at Austin
- Study coordinator: Hampton, Lauren Hazledine
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.