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Parent-mediated early intervention in infants and toddlers at elevated likelihood for autism: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials

  • By

  • E. Conti

  • F. Ieri

  • S. Calderoni

  • F. Apicella

  • N. Chericoni

  • V. Costanzo

  • Viviana Marchi

  • A. Guzzetta

  • C. Colombi

  • April 13, 2026

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    The prevalence of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is currently 1 in 31 children, highlighting the need for early intervention strategies.

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    Parent-mediated interventions aim to support infants at high risk for ASD by enhancing developmental outcomes before formal diagnosis.

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    Research indicates that early intervention before 24 months can lead to significant developmental gains in language and cognitive functioning.

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    Various methodologies for parent-mediated interventions exist, focusing on enhancing parent-child interactions to promote optimal development.

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    A systematic review of RCTs found no clear impact of early intervention on child developmental outcomes, despite some positive trends.

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Parent-mediated early intervention in infants and toddlers at elevated likelihood for autism: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials

  • by E. Conti, F. Ieri, S. Calderoni, F. Apicella, N. Chericoni, V. Costanzo, Viviana Marchi, A. Guzzetta, C. Colombi

  • April 13, 2026

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