Can parent training tame autism behaviors and ease family stress?

NCT ID NCT07570550

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: Islamia University of Bahawalpur Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether teaching parents of children with autism special behavior support techniques can reduce challenging behaviors and lower parenting stress. About 80 families in South Punjab, Pakistan, will take part in an 8-10 week program. The goal is to see if this approach, adapted to local culture and languages, helps both children and caregivers.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: parent training in positive behavioral support
What this could lead to: If it works, this could provide a low-cost, culturally adapted way for families in South Punjab to manage autism-related challenging behaviors at home.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with no control group, so results may not be generalizable. Success depends on parents consistently applying techniques, which may be difficult in real-world settings.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

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

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur

Multiple Locations, 60000, Pakistan

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