Parent-led intervention for children with autism

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 the Preschool Autism Communication Therapy (PACT) when delivered by parents through videoconferencing for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) aged 18 to 36 months. Parents will receive guidance from professionals to enhance communication and synchrony with their children, practicing the techniques at home. The study compares outcomes between children receiving this intervention and those receiving usual care, measuring autism severity using the ADOS-2 scale after 12 months. The aim is to make effective early interventions more accessible, especially in underserved areas.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

Child with autism Spectrum disorder

* Symptoms in autism with a severity superior to 4 as measure by ADOS-2
* Positive ADI (Autism Diagnostic Interview)
* Diagnostic done by a multidisciplinary team
* Nonverbal IQ above 12 months Having health assurance

Exclusion Criteria:

For the child

* Child with a twin brother or sister with ASD or having a brother or sister already included in this study
* Epilepsy requiring medication
* Severe hearing or visual impairment
* Identification of a genetic anomaly causes participation in the intervention or validity of the data (determined by the principal investigator on a case-by-case basis)

For the parents

* Severe hearing or visual impairment
* Severe psychiatric disorder
* Unstable somatic disorders preventing intervention
* Lack of Internet access
* Parent not available for regular follow-up
* Opposition of one parent to the child's participation in a study
* Already receiving PACT therapy or any other intensive intervention (e.g. Denver)

Where it's running

• Hopital Vinatier
  Bron, France Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Lydie SARTELET
• Email: lydie.sartelet@ch-le-vinatier.fr
• Phone: 0437915531

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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.