Can parent training ease autism symptoms in young children?

NCT ID NCT07075614

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

Summary

This study tests whether a structured parent training program can reduce autism symptoms in children up to age 5 and high-risk infants under 2. 250 children and their caregivers will be randomly assigned to receive either the training plus routine care, or routine care alone. After 12 weeks, researchers will measure changes in autism severity, child development, and caregiver stress and quality of life.

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 Program

What this could lead to

If effective, this program could offer a low-cost, home-based way to reduce autism symptoms and improve quality of life for families.

What could go wrong

This is a relatively small, early-stage study without a placebo control, so results may not be conclusive or widely applicable.

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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.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Umraniye Training and Research Hospital

    Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)