Who are we looking for?
Children between the ages of 15 and 24 months who are at risk for developing an
autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This includes:Family

• Children who have failed a routine autism screening
• Younger siblings of children with ASD
• Children who have delays in social and communication development
• Children whose parents or service providers have expressed concerns
about ASD

What is this study about?
We are examining the potential benefits of a parent training intervention designed
to improve social communication skills in young children at risk for an ASD.
What would you have to do?

• Come to Vanderbilt for a screening visit to determine eligibility.
• Participate in 3 assessments at Vanderbilt over a 9-month period.
• Be willing to be randomly assigned to either an intervention group or control
group.

Where can you get more information?
Contact Nick Bennett at nick.bennett@vanderbilt.edu or (615) 343-7101.

Compensation will be provided for your time and expense.
This project is being conducted by Dr. Wendy Stone and Dr. Paul Yoder
and is supported by Autism Speaks.