Can a 13-Week parenting course ease the strain of raising a child with autism?

NCT ID NCT05750095

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Haukeland University Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study compares two parenting programs for parents of children aged 2-6 with autism spectrum disorder. One is a structured 13-week group program (Incredible Years), the other is a shorter workshop series. The goal is to see if the longer program reduces parent stress and improves confidence and quality of life. 240 parents are being recruited in Norway.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Incredible Years Autism Spectrum and Language Delay Programme (a structured group-based parenting program)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide an evidence-based way to reduce parent stress and improve family quality of life for families of young children with autism.
What could go wrong: This is a relatively small trial (240 participants) comparing two existing programs, so differences may be small. Results may not apply to all families or settings.

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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

Haukeland University Hospital
RECRUITING

Bergen, Norway
Helse Fonna
RECRUITING

Haugesund, Norway
St Olavs Hospital
RECRUITING

Trondheim, Norway

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