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Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Trial in Palo Alto, CA

Access cutting-edge autism spectrum disorder treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Palo Alto. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Stanford University

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  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Palo Alto

    Convenient for CA residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

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  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Palo Alto site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Autism Spectrum Disorder Study in Palo Alto

The goal of this clinical trial is to understand if an online course in Spanish can help Spanish-speaking parents use Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT) to support language and social skills in young children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This study aims to reach families who may have trouble accessing autism services due to language, location, or cost barriers. The main questions it hopes to answer are: * Can Spanish-speaking parents learn to effectively use PRT techniques to support their child's communication? * Does this training improve children's language and social interactions? Researchers will evaluate the effectiveness of the online course for parents who participate in regular virtual check-ins and submit videos showing their practice with PRT. Participants in the study will: * Complete online lessons over 12 weeks that teach PRT methods, specifically designed for Spanish-speaking parents * Meet with a research team member every few weeks by phone or video to ask questions and receive feedback * Provide video recordings of interactions with their child to track progress * Complete brief surveys about their experience and child's communication abilities By focusing on Spanish-speaking families, this study aims to increase access to effective autism support and reduce gaps in care. Researchers hope the findings will help develop better resources for families facing similar barriers and improve language and social outcomes for children with autism.

Sponsor: Stanford University

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Children aged 2 to 5 years, 11 months at the time of consent
Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), confirmed through medical records and/or parent questionnaire
Significant language delay, indicated by scores 2 standard deviations (SD) below the average for ages 2 and 3, or 3 SD below the average for ages 4 and 5 on the Vineland-3 Communication subscale or Expressive V-scale
A Spanish-speaking parent or primary caregiver available to consistently participate in study activities and implement PRT in Spanish
Stable on any psychotropic medications or biomedical interventions for at least 1 month before baseline, with no anticipated changes during the study
Consistent treatment or intervention services (such as ABA, Floortime, or speech therapy) and stable school placement for at least 1 month before baseline, with no expected changes
Limited to no more than 60 minutes of one-on-one speech therapy per week

Exclusion Criteria

Primary language of the child or parent is not Spanish
Either the child or parent has a severe psychiatric disorder or an unstable medical condition
Prior exposure to or adequate trial of Pivotal Response Treatment, resulting in the parent achieving fidelity in PRT implementation at baseline
The child is currently receiving more than 15 hours of one-on-one Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy per week

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Palo Alto?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06690255) has an active research site in Palo Alto, CA that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Autism Spectrum Disorder Treatment Options in Palo Alto, CA

If you're searching for autism spectrum disorder treatment options in Palo Alto, CA, this clinical trial (NCT06690255) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Palo Alto research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced autism spectrum disorder specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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