Improving early intervention services for children with autism
3/4: 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 under 3 who show early signs of autism by training caregivers and providers to use a fun and easy method called Reciprocal Imitation Training, so families can help their kids at home and see better outcomes.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rush University Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10850853 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the delivery of early intervention services for children under 3 years old who show 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 easy to learn and can be used by families at home. By conducting a randomized controlled trial, the research will assess the effectiveness of this training and its impact on children's outcomes. The goal is to increase the capacity and quality of services available to these children within the existing public health infrastructure.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children under the age of 3 who exhibit early signs of Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Not a fit: Children over the age of 3 or those without early signs of autism may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved developmental outcomes for children with early signs of autism through better access to specialized interventions.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that early intervention strategies can significantly improve outcomes for children with autism, suggesting that this approach may also be effective.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- Rush University Medical Center — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wainer, Allison Leigh — Rush University Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Wainer, Allison Leigh
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.