The Listening Program for Autism
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial is testing a special music program using special headphones for children aged 5-10 with autism who are sensitive to sounds. The program uses special music to help their brains adjust to different sounds, aiming to reduce their sensitivity.
Research Team
Suzanne Vercontaire
Principal Investigator
Children's Health
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for children aged 5-10 with Autism Spectrum Disorder who have issues with sound sensitivity. They must speak English and have a caregiver to supervise home listening sessions. It's not suitable for kids with cerebral palsy, seizure disorders, hearing impairments, previous listening therapy, or certain genetic diseases.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Baseline
Demographic information collected and baseline assessments conducted
Intervention
Participants receive The Listening Program at home for 40 weeks
Post-Intervention
Post-treatment assessments conducted 1 week after intervention
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in adaptive behavior and sensory processing 3 months after treatment
Treatment Details
Interventions
- The Listening Program® with bone conduction headphones
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Children's Health
Lead Sponsor