CompletedNot Applicable

Investigating the Impact of JASPER Behavioral Therapy in Children With Down Syndrome

United States103 participantsStarted 2023-01-23

Plain-language summary

In this study, investigators will study the impact of a 1:1 caregiver coaching intervention using the JASPER (Joint Attention, Symbolic Play, Engagement, Regulation) behavioral therapy curriculum compared to a psychoeducational curriculum that will be provided to caregivers for self-directed learning. Investigators want to determine the impact of both interventions on the child's development and behavior, and caregiver implementation of strategies.

Who can participate

Age range36 Months – 90 Months

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Confirmed diagnosis of Trisomy 21 * Age 3-7 years * Able to walk independently * English speaking * Caregiver able to complete either 1:1 virtual coaching sessions or psychoeducational behavioral curriculum Exclusion Criteria: * Mosaic Down syndrome * Significant and uncorrected hearing and/or vision problems

What they're measuring

Joint engagement and joint attention skills

Timeframe: 20 weeks

Social communication skills

Timeframe: 20 weeks

Caregiver use of behavioral strategies

Timeframe: 20 weeks

Language, socialization, play, problem behavior, and adaptive skills

Timeframe: 20 weeks

Socialization and play skills

Timeframe: 20 weeks

Trial details

NCT IDNCT05638412

SponsorBoston Children's Hospital

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2025-05-28

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