New autism program helps parents help kids in Low-Income areas

NCT ID NCT04505488

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Texas at Austin Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a program called ASPEN, which coaches parents of young children with autism in low-resource communities. The program includes 12 sessions teaching parents strategies to improve their child's social communication and play skills, while also reducing parenting stress. Researchers measured changes in child behavior, parenting stress, and parent empowerment.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: parent-coaching program (ASPEN)
What this could lead to: If successful, this program could provide a low-cost, culturally adapted way for families in low-resource communities to support their child's social and communication skills.
What could go wrong: This is a completed study with 180 participants, but results are not yet widely confirmed. The program relies on parent training, so success may vary by family engagement and support.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

autism autism spectrum disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Texas at Austin

Austin, Texas, 78758, United States

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