Telehealth Program for Autism
(FRESH-A Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
The objective of this proposed study is to collect initial efficacy data on a telehealth parent-based behavioral program for children with autism and overweight or obesity (PBT-A), compared with health education (HE).
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial requires that both the child and parent are on a stable medication regimen for at least 3 months, so you will not need to stop taking your current medications.
How is the Telehealth Program for Autism treatment different from other treatments for autism?
The Telehealth Program for Autism, using the PBT-A treatment, is unique because it combines parent-based behavioral training with telehealth to address both autism and weight issues in children, making it more accessible and potentially cost-effective compared to traditional in-person therapies.12345
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Telehealth Parent-Based Behavioral Program for children with autism and overweight or obesity?
Research shows that parent-based behavioral programs can help children with autism and weight issues lose weight, and telehealth delivery of similar programs has been effective for children with autism. Parents and children in these programs have reported weight loss and high satisfaction, indicating the potential effectiveness of this telehealth approach.26789
Who Is on the Research Team?
Kerri Boutelle, PhD
Principal Investigator
University of California, San Diego
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for families with a child aged 6-12 who has autism and is overweight, with no medical conditions limiting physical activity. The family must have technology for telehealth sessions, the parent responsible for meals must participate, and they should commit to all sessions without being in another weight control program.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive either the PBT-A or Health Education program via telehealth for 6 months
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- HE
- PBT-A
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of California, San Diego
Lead Sponsor
Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD)
Collaborator