Plain-English translation of NCT07421830 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This study is testing whether a parent training program called WE PLAY for Parents can help preschoolers with autism spectrum disorder become more physically active. You would learn strategies to encourage your child to play and move more. The goal is to see if this training makes a real difference in how active young children with autism become.
Many preschoolers with autism don't get enough physical activity, which can affect their health and development. This trial is testing whether teaching parents practical strategies can help kids stay active and healthy from an early age.
You likely qualify if…
You likely don't qualify if…
You'll fill out a brief survey to see if you qualify, then be placed in either the training group or a waiting list group. If you're in the training group, you'll have access to the WE PLAY for Parents program for two weeks and complete surveys at the start, after two weeks, and again at three months. If you're on the waiting list, you'll complete the same surveys but receive the training after the study period ends. The whole study lasts about 14 weeks.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 5, 2026 · Not medical advice
United States
Sponsor
Northeastern University
Collaborators
Society for Pediatric Psychology, American Psychological Association (APA)
Enrollment target
~114 participants
Started
February 2026
Primary completion
December 2026
Age range
18 Years and older
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in April 2026.
Reach out to the team running this trial. Response times vary — some teams are faster than others.
Central contact
Haley V Medeiros, M.S./CAGs
Northeastern University
Tell us you're interested and we'll help connect you with the research team. We'll walk you through what to expect first — no email needed to get started.