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Can parent training tame autism behaviors and ease family stress?

NCT ID NCT07570550

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether teaching parents of children with autism special behavior support techniques can reduce challenging behaviors and lower parenting stress. About 80 families in South Punjab, Pakistan, will take part in an 8-10 week program. The goal is to see if this approach, adapted to local culture and languages, helps both children and caregivers.

What this could mean

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Active substance
parent training in positive behavioral support
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide a low-cost, culturally adapted way for families in South Punjab to manage autism-related challenging behaviors at home.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with no control group, so results may not be generalizable. Success depends on parents consistently applying techniques, which may be difficult in real-world settings.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 80 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Jan 2026

Expected to finish

Jul 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

3 to 12 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: Children aged 3 to 12 years with a confirmed diagnosis of ASD (based on DSM-5 criteria). Presence of at least two moderate-to-severe "challenging behaviors" as reported by parents. Parents/caregivers who are the primary providers of daily care. Residents of South Punjab for the past 12 months. Exclusion Criteria: Children with severe comorbid physical disabilities (e.g., total blindness or deafness) that prevent participation in standard PBS activities. Parents currently enrolled in other intensive behavioral training programs.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • The Islamia University of Bahawalpur

    Multiple Locations, 60000, Pakistan

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