Sibwatch: Seeing if a tele-help program for infant siblings of autistic children helps early development

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 randomized controlled trial tests a telehealth intervention delivered to families with infant siblings of autistic children, aiming to support early development. The study recruits a diverse group of HL-Sibs who are at high risk for autism or language delays and compares tele-ImPACT to standard care. Researchers will examine child outcomes, caregiver strategies, and potential moderators to understand for whom and when the approach works best. The trial emphasizes accessibility and real-world applicability across multiple sites, including UT Austin and Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Results could inform early intervention policy and practice for at-risk toddlers and their families.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* chronological age between 6-24 months
* has at least one older biological sibling diagnosed with autism

Exclusion Criteria:

* adverse neurological history
* primary sensory deficit (hearing or visual impairment)
* pre-term birth (gestation \<37 weeks)
* pre-existing diagnosis of autism or language delay

Where it's running

• Vumc
  Nashville, Tennessee, United States Recruiting
• Little Longhorn Lab
  Austin, Texas, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Lauren Hampton, Ph.D.
• Email: Sibwatch@utexas.edu
• Phone: 512-471-2090

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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.