AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER

This study tested whether training a child's typically developing brother or sister could help improve reading and social skills for a child with autism. Eight sibling pairs were involved, where one sibling was taught to use a specific teaching method. The goal was to see if this…

This study tested whether starting a virtual parent coaching program earlier leads to better outcomes for toddlers with autism. It compared starting the coaching at 18, 24, or 30 months old. The program taught parents strategies to improve their child's social communication durin…

This study aimed to see if giving children and teenagers with autism a supplement called glutathione by mouth for 12 weeks was safe and practical. The researchers wanted to check if it increased glutathione levels in the blood, which they thought might help reduce problem behavio…

This study tested whether a medication called memantine (brand name Namenda), which is usually used for Alzheimer's disease, could help improve social skills in children and teens with autism spectrum disorder or similar conditions. Researchers enrolled 25 participants aged 8-18 …

This study tested a wellness program designed to help caregivers of autistic children manage stress and improve their quality of life. Twenty-five participants worked with a coach to create a personalized plan and used a smartphone app with reminders and mindfulness exercises for…

This study tested an online professional development program called 'Teacher Help.' The goal was to see if training teachers online could help them better support students in grades 1-12 who have ADHD, autism, or a learning disability. Researchers measured changes in student beha…