Sibling power: could brothers and sisters be the key to autism therapy?

NCT ID NCT05098392

Terminated Symptom relief Sponsor: Arizona State University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study explored whether training typically developing siblings to teach reading and social skills can help children with autism. The approach used a simple teaching method called model-lead-test, where the sibling shows, practices, and gives feedback. Only 8 families took part, and the study was stopped early, so the findings are not conclusive.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: sibling-mediated behavioral intervention
What this could lead to: If successful, this approach could offer a low-cost, natural way to improve reading and social skills in children with autism using sibling support.
What could go wrong: The study was terminated early and enrolled only 8 participants, so results are very limited. It is unclear if the intervention works broadly or has lasting effects.

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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

Best Love Child Development Center

Kunming, Yunnan, China
Children's Autism Center

Round Rock, Texas, 78664, United States
Clover Children Rehabilitation Kindergarten

Shanghai, China

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