CompletedNot Applicable

Joint Attention-Based Occupational Therapy Intervention in Pre-Schoolers With Autism Spectrum Disorder

Turkey (Türkiye)20 participantsStarted 2020-04-01

Plain-language summary

In order to support the development of preschool children, joint attention training with activities incorporated in their natural routines can support the achievement of occupational therapy goals. This study explores the adjunctive benefit of a joint attention-based occupational therapy program offered in addition to the usual special education program (USEP) compared to USEP alone. The present study was designed as a randomized controlled study, including pre-post testing. The Social Communication Questionnaire (SCQ), Autism Behaviour Checklist (ABC), and A Motor-Free Visual Perception Test 4 (MVPT-4) were implemented to measure the participants' conditions before and after the intervention.

Who can participate

Age range4 Years – 6 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * The study inclusion criteria were being between the ages of 4 and 6 * diagnosed with ASD * consenting to participate in the study. Exclusion Criteria: * The study did not include children who had a co-morbid condition other than ASD * had no previous education or training.

What they're measuring

Autistic Behavior Checklist (ABC)

Timeframe: 12 weeks

Trial details

NCT IDNCT05106166

SponsorHacettepe University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2021-02-02

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