Clinical trial Recruiting at 3 sites Interventional Ages 2 to 6

Parenting program for families with children who have autism

Official title: Enabling Parents of Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders - a Randomized Controlled Trial of Parenting Programs

Run by Haukeland University Hospital · NCT05750095 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing a parenting program to see if it can help parents of young children with autism feel less stressed and better support their child's development.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages2 Years to 6 Years
SexAll
Enrollment240 (estimated)
SponsorHaukeland University Hospital
Academic / other
Locations3 sites (Bergen and 2 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 10, 2022
Main results expectedOctober 30, 2028
Study endsOctober 30, 2028
Registry record updatedMarch 18, 2026
Trial IDNCT05750095 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are parents of children aged 2-6 who have been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.

Probably not a fit

Parents who do not speak sufficient Norwegian to participate without an interpreter or those experiencing a major family crisis may not benefit from this study.

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

What this trial studies

This project evaluates the Incredible Years Autism Spectrum and Language Delay Programme, a parenting intervention designed for parents of children aged 2-6 diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The study aims to empower parents by providing them with effective strategies to manage the challenges associated with raising a child with ASD. By conducting a multi-center randomized controlled trial across three Norwegian clinics, the research seeks to establish evidence-based practices that can improve both parental well-being and child outcomes. The focus is on reducing parental stress and enhancing the effectiveness of interventions for children with ASD.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve the quality of life for both parents and children affected by autism spectrum disorders.

How similar studies have gone: While there is limited evidence for parental programs in this context, some studies have indicated that similar interventions can lead to improved outcomes for children with ASD.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Parent of child diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder, age 2-6

Exclusion Criteria:

* Level of Norwegian insufficient to benefit from a parental program without the use of an interpreter
* Ongoing major crisis in the family or major disabling condition in the participating parent
* Ongoing participation in another manualized (any) parent program

Where it's running

  • Haukeland University Hospital
    Bergen, Norway
    Recruiting
  • Helse Fonna
    Haugesund, Norway
    Recruiting
  • St Olavs Hospital
    Trondheim, Norway
    Recruiting

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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.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.