New study aims to help hispanic autistic toddlers with culturally sensitive therapy

NCT ID NCT06733584

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: The University of Texas at Dallas Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests a specially adapted early intervention for young Hispanic autistic children (18-42 months) from low-income families. The program, called CLR-Pathways, is delivered by bilingual coaches in the home and focuses on improving social communication and daily skills. Researchers will compare two versions—one with and one without a technique called 'mutual gaze'—to see which works better. Families will attend 16 weekly sessions and have three check-ups over several months.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Pathways Parent-Mediated Intervention
What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide an effective, culturally tailored early intervention that improves social communication and daily living skills for young Hispanic autistic children.
What could go wrong: This is an early-stage trial with 200 participants, so results may not apply to all children. The study compares two versions of the intervention, so it is unclear if either will outperform standard care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

autism autism spectrum disorder Communication

As listed by the trial registrant

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

AUTISM

Contacts and locations

Locations

Catholic Charities of Dallas
RECRUITING

Dallas, Texas, 75247, United States
University of Kansas
ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING

Lawrence, Kansas, 66045, United States
University of Texas at Dallas
RECRUITING

Richardson, Texas, 75080, United States

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