Coaching program aims to empower parents of kids with developmental delays

NCT ID NCT03880383

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: McGill University Health Centre/Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a coaching program for families of young children (ages 1.5 to 4.5 years) with suspected or confirmed developmental delays. The program included regular coaching sessions, online education, and peer support over 18 months. Researchers measured whether this approach improved parents' sense of empowerment and competence compared to usual care.

What this could mean

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Active substance: coaching (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to: If successful, this coaching program could provide a standardized way to support families, reducing stress and improving parents' confidence and quality of life.
What could go wrong: This is a completed trial with 306 participants, but the intervention is behavioral and may not work for all families. Results may vary based on location and individual circumstances.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

autism spectrum disorder developmental disability learning disability

As listed by the trial registrant

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

AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER CHILD DEVELOPMENT DISORDER CHILD DEVELOPMENTAL DELAY MENTAL HEALTH WELLNESS 1 PARENT-CHILD PROBLEM PARENT-CHILD RELATIONS PARENTING

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Locations

Child Health BC, BC Children's Hospital, UBC

Vancouver, British Columbia, V5Z 2X8, Canada
Izaak Walton Killam (IWK) Health Centre

Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3K 6R8, Canada
Research Institute of McGill University Health Centre, Montreal Children's Hospital

Montreal, Quebec, H4A 3J1, Canada
Specialized Services for Children and Youth (SSCY) Centre

Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3E 3G1, Canada

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