Improving early intervention services for children with autism.
1/4: Improving the Part C Early Intervention Service Delivery System for Children with ASD: A Randomized Clinical Trial
This study is looking to improve support for young children showing early signs of autism by training caregivers to use a fun, play-based approach called Reciprocal Imitation Training, helping kids under three with developmental delays thrive.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10838455 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the delivery of early intervention services for children showing early signs of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). It focuses on training early intervention providers to implement a specific behavioral intervention called Reciprocal Imitation Training (RIT), which is designed to be play-based and easy for families to use. By conducting a randomized controlled trial, the study will evaluate the effectiveness of this training in improving outcomes for children under three years old with developmental delays. The goal is to increase the capacity and effectiveness of existing early intervention services across the U.S.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children under the age of three who exhibit early signs of Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Not a fit: Children over the age of three or those without early signs of Autism Spectrum Disorder may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve developmental outcomes for young children with ASD by providing more effective early intervention services.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that early intervention strategies can be effective, making this approach promising but still requiring validation through this specific trial.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- University of Washington — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Stone, Wendy L. — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Stone, Wendy L.
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.