Prevention and Reduction of Anxiety in Autistic Preschoolers Through an Autism-Specific Parent-Mediated Intervention: A Pilot Randomised Controlled Trial Evaluating Short and Longer Term Outcomes / Dawn ADAMS in Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 56-2 (February 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inJournal of Autism and Developmental Disorders > 56-2 (February 2026) . - p.447-463 Titre : Prevention and Reduction of Anxiety in Autistic Preschoolers Through an Autism-Specific Parent-Mediated Intervention: A Pilot Randomised Controlled Trial Evaluating Short and Longer Term Outcomes Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Dawn ADAMS, Auteur ; Stephanie MALONE, Auteur ; Nicole DARGUE, Auteur ; Deb KEEN, Auteur ; Jacqui RODGERS, Auteur ; Kate SIMPSON, Auteur ; Rachelle WICKS, Auteur ; Ashleigh BULLOT, Auteur ; Ron RAPEE, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.447-463 Langues : Anglais (eng) Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Anxiety is a common co-occurring condition for autistic preschoolers. Whilst there has been extensive research evaluating anxiety prevention/reduction interventions for neurotypical preschoolers, such research is limited for autistic children. Fifty-seven parents of autistic 4–5-year olds, with varying levels of anxiety, participated in a randomised controlled trial of an autism-specific, parent-mediated intervention (CLK-CUES) to prevent or reduce anxiety in autistic preschoolers. Baseline, short-term (post-intervention) and longer term (12 months follow-up) assessments included child anxiety (ASC-ASD-P and PAS-R), intolerance of uncertainty, and parent well-being. (Trial registration ACTRN12620001322921). There were no reports of harmful effects of the intervention or trial. Linear mixed models show a significant group x time interaction for ASC-ASD-P Total score and the Uncertainty subscale with medium and large effect sizes. Post-hoc analyses show a significant decline for only the intervention group in anxiety (specifically, anxiety around uncertainty) from pre-post intervention, maintained at one year follow-up. There was no change on the PAS-R or other ASC-ASD-P subscales. CLK-CUES shows promise as a way to prevent and reduce anxiety in young autistic children, specifically anxiety related to uncertainty. Trials with larger samples are warranted. Findings also highlight the importance of using measures designed for autistic children. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-024-06570-5 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=580 [article] Prevention and Reduction of Anxiety in Autistic Preschoolers Through an Autism-Specific Parent-Mediated Intervention: A Pilot Randomised Controlled Trial Evaluating Short and Longer Term Outcomes [texte imprimé] / Dawn ADAMS, Auteur ; Stephanie MALONE, Auteur ; Nicole DARGUE, Auteur ; Deb KEEN, Auteur ; Jacqui RODGERS, Auteur ; Kate SIMPSON, Auteur ; Rachelle WICKS, Auteur ; Ashleigh BULLOT, Auteur ; Ron RAPEE, Auteur . - p.447-463. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders > 56-2 (February 2026) . - p.447-463 Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Anxiety is a common co-occurring condition for autistic preschoolers. Whilst there has been extensive research evaluating anxiety prevention/reduction interventions for neurotypical preschoolers, such research is limited for autistic children. Fifty-seven parents of autistic 4–5-year olds, with varying levels of anxiety, participated in a randomised controlled trial of an autism-specific, parent-mediated intervention (CLK-CUES) to prevent or reduce anxiety in autistic preschoolers. Baseline, short-term (post-intervention) and longer term (12 months follow-up) assessments included child anxiety (ASC-ASD-P and PAS-R), intolerance of uncertainty, and parent well-being. (Trial registration ACTRN12620001322921). There were no reports of harmful effects of the intervention or trial. Linear mixed models show a significant group x time interaction for ASC-ASD-P Total score and the Uncertainty subscale with medium and large effect sizes. Post-hoc analyses show a significant decline for only the intervention group in anxiety (specifically, anxiety around uncertainty) from pre-post intervention, maintained at one year follow-up. There was no change on the PAS-R or other ASC-ASD-P subscales. CLK-CUES shows promise as a way to prevent and reduce anxiety in young autistic children, specifically anxiety related to uncertainty. Trials with larger samples are warranted. Findings also highlight the importance of using measures designed for autistic children. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-024-06570-5 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=580

Sociodemographic and Clinical Profile of 915 Autistic Preschoolers Engaged in Intensive Early Intervention in Australia / Jessica MEAD in Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 56-3 (March 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inJournal of Autism and Developmental Disorders > 56-3 (March 2026) . - p.1173-1184 Titre : Sociodemographic and Clinical Profile of 915 Autistic Preschoolers Engaged in Intensive Early Intervention in Australia Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Jessica MEAD, Auteur ; Tae-Jun LEE, Auteur ; Ashleigh BULLOT, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.1173-1184 Langues : Anglais (eng) Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : There is a paucity of information on the sociodemographic and clinical characteristics of autistic children with high support needs. This study aims to address this gap by profiling a cohort of 915 children enrolled in full-time early intervention for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in Australia between 2012 and 2024. Intake questionnaires assessed the sociodemographic characteristics of families entering the service. Clinical measures included the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (2nd ed.), Mullen Scales of Early Learning, and Vineland Adaptive Behaviour Scale (2nd and 3rd eds.). Family measures included the Parenting Stress Index (4th ed., Short Form) and Autism Family Experience Questionnaire. Results indicated a male to female ratio of 3.8:1, clear delays from the age of first concern to diagnosis and intervention, and notable proportions of culturally diverse families. While clinical data indicated cognitive and adaptive deficits beyond findings in other ASD studies, measures of stress and family experiences were comparable to other autism literature. By reporting these findings, this study aims to facilitate a more informed, tailored and nuanced approach to addressing the unique challenges faced by autistic children with high support needs. The scope and limitations of this cohort are discussed. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-024-06606-w Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=582 [article] Sociodemographic and Clinical Profile of 915 Autistic Preschoolers Engaged in Intensive Early Intervention in Australia [texte imprimé] / Jessica MEAD, Auteur ; Tae-Jun LEE, Auteur ; Ashleigh BULLOT, Auteur . - p.1173-1184. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders > 56-3 (March 2026) . - p.1173-1184 Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : There is a paucity of information on the sociodemographic and clinical characteristics of autistic children with high support needs. This study aims to address this gap by profiling a cohort of 915 children enrolled in full-time early intervention for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in Australia between 2012 and 2024. Intake questionnaires assessed the sociodemographic characteristics of families entering the service. Clinical measures included the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (2nd ed.), Mullen Scales of Early Learning, and Vineland Adaptive Behaviour Scale (2nd and 3rd eds.). Family measures included the Parenting Stress Index (4th ed., Short Form) and Autism Family Experience Questionnaire. Results indicated a male to female ratio of 3.8:1, clear delays from the age of first concern to diagnosis and intervention, and notable proportions of culturally diverse families. While clinical data indicated cognitive and adaptive deficits beyond findings in other ASD studies, measures of stress and family experiences were comparable to other autism literature. By reporting these findings, this study aims to facilitate a more informed, tailored and nuanced approach to addressing the unique challenges faced by autistic children with high support needs. The scope and limitations of this cohort are discussed. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-024-06606-w Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=582

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