Randomized Trial of Parent Training for Young Children With Autism
Overview
- Phase
- N/A
- Intervention
- Not specified
- Conditions
- Child Development Disorders, Pervasive
- Sponsor
- Yale University
- Enrollment
- 180
- Locations
- 6
- Primary Endpoint
- Aberrant Behavior Checklist Irritability Subscale
- Status
- Completed
- Last Updated
- 10 years ago
Overview
Brief Summary
The purpose of this 24 week study is to determine whether a new Parent Training program is effective in reducing disruptive behaviors in young children with pervasive developmental disorders.
Detailed Description
Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDDs) are a group of conditions that includes Autistic Disorder, Asperger's disorder and so called Pervasive Developmental Disorder - Not Otherwise Specified. Children with PDD show delays in speech and language and reduced social interaction. Some children with PDD also have behavior problems, including defiance of rules, aggression, and tantrums. The purpose of this study is to evaluate a new Parent Training program designed to decrease these behavior problems and improve daily living skills. Following confirmation of eligibility, participants will be randomly assigned to receive either Parent Training or a Psychoeducational Program. The Parent Training program involves specific suggestions about how to deal with behavior problems. The Psychoeducational program covers specific issues related to autism and parenting, including an co-occurring medical conditions and treatment options. Parents will attend up to 13 one-on-one sessions with a trained therapist over a 24-week period. Participation in the study also involves 2 home visits and 6 monthly assessment visits. The purpose of the assessment visits is to evaluate the child's response to treatment. Evaluations will also be conducted at 3 and 6 months after completion of the study.
Investigators
Denis Sukhodolsky
Assistant Professor
Yale University
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- •Diagnosis of Autistic Disorder, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, Not Otherwise Specified, or Asperger's Disorder
- •Between ages 3 yrs 0 months and 6 yrs 11 months.
- •No planned changes in the intensity of current treatment(s)
- •Medication free or on stable medication
Exclusion Criteria
- •Diagnosis of Rett's Disorder or Childhood Disintegrative Disorder
- •Participation in a structured parent training program in the past 2 years
- •Developmental age \< 18 months (IQ \< 35)
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
Aberrant Behavior Checklist Irritability Subscale
Time Frame: Week 24
Home Situations Questionnaire
Time Frame: Week 24
Secondary Outcomes
- Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales(Week 24)
- Clinical Global Impressions Improvement Scale(Week 24)