FANS-EI for Autism
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
The goal of this study is to test the effectiveness of the FANS-EI program in supporting caregiver engagement in caregiver-mediated early interventions for young children with autism. This study also examines caregiver-perceived social support and self-efficacy and FANS-EI implementation outcomes (feasibility, acceptability, appropriateness).
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Inclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Families receive early intervention as usual or FANS-EI plus EI, with supporters receiving text messages three times a week
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for caregiver engagement, social support, and intervention outcomes
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- FANS-EI
How Is the Trial Designed?
2
Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
FANS-EI supporters and caregivers will receive text messages from the research team three times a week. The messages to supporters mirror the caregiver messages and will include educational/motivational messages. Supporter will receive asynchronized general educational materials about autism (including characteristics of autism, understanding child's behaviors, etc.). Supporters will have the option, but will not be required, to attend EI sessions with the family if the family agrees.
Families receive early intervention as usual
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of California, Davis
Lead Sponsor
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
Collaborator
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