Clinical Trial

NT-Based Group Psychoeducation for Parents of Autistic Preschoolers in Türkiye

Completed
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Summary
This pilot randomized study examines the feasibility and preliminary effects of a Naturalistic Teaching (NT)-based group psychoeducation program for parents of autistic preschool children in Türkiye. After providing consent, parents are randomized to one of three conditions: (1) a 10-week NT-based group psychoeducation program delivered weekly (90 minutes per session), (2) a single-session general parenting seminar that does not include autism-specific content (attention control), or (3) a wait-list control group that receives access to intervention materials after the post-test. The primary outcome is parental self-efficacy, assessed using parent-report questionnaires. Outcomes are measured at baseline and post-test, and a later follow-up assessment is used to evaluate whether improvements are maintained. The study also tracks feasibility indicators such as retention and session attendance.
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT07416903
Lead Sponsor Kocaeli University
Conditions Autism Spectrum Disorder, Parenting Self-efficacy
Enrollment 24 participants
Start Date 2023-12-29
Primary Completion 2024-04-15 (estimated)
Study Completion 2025-01-13 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-02-18