PACT therapy for young autistic children and their parents
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial studies a structured communication therapy program (PACT) for children ages 2–6 who have autism. It aims to improve how children communicate and how families can support communication at home.
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Who can take part
- Your child is between 2 and 6 years old
- Your child has an autism diagnosis confirmed by standard diagnostic checklists used in clinics
- Your child’s autism severity score is high enough based on an ADOS-2 assessment (score 4 or more)
- A parent/guardian can speak Danish or English well enough for regular therapy visits
- You can attend the therapy sessions regularly, as checked at the consent meeting
- No other child in your family is already enrolled in this same trial
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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