Arabic NODA Validation Study for Autism Diagnosis in Saudi Arabia (NCT07089108) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Arabic NODA Validation Study for Autism Diagnosis in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia200 participantsStarted 2021-06-30
Plain-language summary
This study aims to validate the Arabic adaptation of the Naturalistic Observation Diagnostic Assessment (NODA), a telehealth tool designed to help diagnose Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in young children. NODA guides parents to record home videos of their child in specific everyday situations, which are then reviewed remotely by trained clinicians. The study will compare the results from NODA video assessments to gold-standard in-person diagnostic evaluations. By testing the accuracy and feasibility of Arabic NODA in Saudi Arabia, this research may help improve access to early ASD diagnosis, especially for families in remote or underserved areas.
Who can participate
Age range6 Months – 6 Years
SexALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Age between 6 months and 6 years old
* For ASD group: Confirmed diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) based on DSM-5 criteria established through comprehensive clinical evaluation including standardized assessments (ADOS-2, ADI-R)
* For typically developing group: No developmental, behavioral, or academic concerns reported by parents or teachers; negative screening for ASD using Arabic Social Communication Questionnaire (SCQ)
* Parent or primary caregiver fluent in Arabic language
* Access to a smartphone with internet connectivity
* Ability to complete all four NODA video recording scenarios using the Arabic smartphone application
Exclusion Criteria:
* Significant visual or hearing impairments that would interfere with video-based behavioral assessment
* Major motor impairments that significantly limit the child's ability to interact socially or participate in video recording tasks
* Diagnosed genetic syndromes or neurological conditions unrelated to ASD
* Non-Arabic speaking household
* Inability to complete the required video recording protocol after training and support
What they're measuring
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Diagnostic Accuracy of Arabic NODA Compared to Gold-Standard ASD Diagnosis