Coaching caregivers of young autistic children using video modules

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the effectiveness of a caregiver-mediated intervention that incorporates Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Intervention (NDBI) modules along with clinician coaching. Caregivers of young children diagnosed with autism or developmental delays will receive training through video modules and participate in weekly coaching sessions with Board Certified Behavior Analysts. The study aims to improve the implementation of NDBI strategies in everyday interactions between caregivers and children. Recruitment will occur across the United States and Korea, utilizing various community outreach methods.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Caregivers: Primary caregivers of young children aged 0-5 who meet one of the following conditions: (1) diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, (2) diagnosed with developmental delay, and (3) diagnosed with a developmental disability. Eligible caregivers include: (1) parents, (2) grandparents, (3) legal guardians. All caregivers must be at least 18 years old and must be of Korean descent.
2. Clinicians: The clinicians must hold a current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification and must have experience delivering behavioral intervention and caregiver training for children aged 0-5.
3. Children: Children in this study must be between 0-5 years old and must have a formal medical diagnosis confirming one of the following conditions: (1) autism spectrum disorder (ASD), (2) developmental delay, or (3) developmental disability.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Caregivers: Caregivers will be excluded if they (1) primarily care for children over the age of 6, (2) are not Korean speakers, or (3) are unable to fully participate in study activities, such as watching training videos, recording parent-child interactions, or completing required questionnaires.
2. Clinicians: Clinicians will be excluded if they (1) do not hold a valid Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification, (2) lack experience in providing behavioral intervention and caregiver training for children aged 0-5, or (3) only work with children over the age of 6.
3. Children: Children will be excluded if they (1) are older than 5 years, (2) do not have a formal medical diagnosis confirming autism spectrum disorder, developmental delay, or developmental disability.

Where it's running

• University of Texas Austin
  Austin, Texas, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: James Lee, PhD, MPH, BCBA-D
• Email: carelab@utexas.edu
• Phone: (512) 471-3223

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.