Can a play-based therapy boost social skills in kids with autism?
NCT ID NCT03778827
First seen Nov 11, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 18 times
Summary
This study tested a therapy called Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT) to see if it helps improve social communication in preschoolers with autism. 75 children aged 2 to 4 years took part in a center-based program. The researchers measured changes in social skills and communication over 12 weeks.
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Stanford University School of Medicine
Stanford, California, 94305, United States
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