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Novel Telehealth Trial Tests NDBI Parent Coaching for Children with Autism — Addressing Geographic and Access Barriers

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11 Apr 2026

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New University of Minnesota trial tests whether telehealth-delivered parent coaching using NDBI can improve outcomes for young children with autism while addressing critical geographic and access barriers. The study recruits 90 families across the US, focusing on military-connected and geographically dispersed populations.

Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov

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