๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-01-27

Optimizing Outcomes for Young Autistic Children (NCT05926687)

Optimizing Outcomes Through Sequencing Parent-Mediated Interventions for Young Children With Autism

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Phase2 ๐Ÿง  Behavioral & Psychological Program Sponsor: Northwestern University

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The overarching goal of the proposed study is to: (a) determine how best to sequence two parent-mediated interventions: a social communication intervention (Project ImPACT, Improving Parents as Communication Teachers) and a disruptive behavior intervention (Parent Training for Disruptive Behavior) and (b) examine moderators and mediators of intervention outcomes.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Northwestern University โ€” Evanston, Illinois

Age range: 18 Months to 48 Months

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • Social Communication (BEHAVIORAL)
  • Disruptive Behavior (BEHAVIORAL)
  • Social Communication + Reduce Frequency (BEHAVIORAL)
  • Social Communication + Add Tools (BEHAVIORAL)
  • Disruptive Behavior + Reduce Frequency (BEHAVIORAL)
  • Disruptive Behavior + Add Tools (BEHAVIORAL)

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Northwestern University โ€” Evanston, Illinois

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (847) 491-3183

Email: Laura.Sudec@northwestern.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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