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Can coaching parents boost social skills in kids with down syndrome?

NCT ID NCT05638412

Symptom relief Sponsor: Boston Children's Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tested a behavioral therapy called JASPER in 103 children with Down syndrome, ages 3 to 7. The therapy focuses on improving joint attention, play, and social communication through caregiver coaching. Researchers compared it to a self-directed learning program to see which better helps children's development and caregiver skills.

What this could mean

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Active substance
JASPER behavioral therapy (caregiver coaching intervention)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a practical, caregiver-led approach to boost social communication and play skills in children with Down syndrome.
What could go wrong
This is a completed study with results, but the intervention is behavioral and may not work for every child. Effects may vary based on caregiver consistency and child engagement.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

103 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jan 2023

Finished

May 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

36 to 90 months

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Confirmed diagnosis of Trisomy 21 * Age 3-7 years * Able to walk independently * English speaking * Caregiver able to complete either 1:1 virtual coaching sessions or psychoeducational behavioral curriculum Exclusion Criteria: * Mosaic Down syndrome * Significant and uncorrected hearing and/or vision problems

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Conditions

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Communication Down syndrome Emotional Regulation

As listed by the trial registrant

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Down syndrome

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Boston Children's Hospital

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02445, United States

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