New social skills class for autistic preschoolers shows promise in small trial

NCT ID NCT07505290

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: Seoul National University Bundang Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests a 16-week parent-assisted social skills program for 60 preschoolers with autism. Children learn through puppet shows, role-playing, and structured play, while parents get coaching. The goal is to improve social skills like making friends and playing with peers.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: PEERS® for Preschoolers social skills training (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to: If successful, this program could offer a practical way to help young children with autism build better social skills and make friends.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 60 children, so results may not apply to all kids. The program requires significant parent involvement, which may not work for every family.

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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

Kyung Hee University Medical Center

Seoul, Dongdaemun-gu, 02447, South Korea
Seoul National University Bundang Hospital

Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, 13620, South Korea
The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul St. Mary's Hospital

Seoul, Seocho-gu, 06591, South Korea

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