This study is looking at a language intervention called Milieu Teaching-AV for infants (5-13 months old) who have an older sibling with autism. These infants are at a higher chance of developing autism or a language disorder. Milieu Teaching-AV is a version of a well-known therapy that encourages babies to look at a speaker's mouth. Researchers want to see if Milieu Teaching-AV helps babies look at caregivers' faces more, improves their communication and language skills, and increases their engagement during play, compared to Milieu Teaching without this specific focus (Milieu Teaching-NoAV). Success will be measured by how much babies look at their caregiver's mouth and a speaker's mouth over 3 months of intervention and at a 6-month follow-up. The study aims to enroll 60 participants, but its current status is unclear.

Study design

This is an interventional study comparing two behavioral therapies, Milieu Teaching-AV and Milieu Teaching-NoAV, in 60 participants.

What's involved

Participants will receive intervention for 3 months, with assessments at the start, after 3 months, and at a 6-month follow-up.

Compensation

Not stated in the trial record.

Follow-up

Participants will be followed for 6 months after the 3-month intervention period.

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