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Efficacy of the Korean PEERS® for Preschoolers (PEERS®-PS-K) Social Skills Intervention: A Randomized Controlled Trial for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder
Sponsor: Seoul National University Bundang Hospital
Summary
This study aims to evaluate the efficacy of the Korean version of the PEERS® for Preschoolers (PEERS®-PS-K), a parent-assisted social skills intervention for preschool-aged children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Participants will be randomly assigned to either the intervention group, receiving the PEERS®-PS-K program, or a wait-list control group. The study focuses on improving social skills, such as making friends and interacting with peers, through structured lessons and parent coaching.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
4 Years - 6 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
60
Start Date
2026-02-19
Completion Date
2027-03-31
Last Updated
2026-04-01
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
The Korean version of PEERS® for Preschoolers (PEERS®-PS-K)
The Korean version of PEERS® for Preschoolers (PEERS®-PS-K) is a 16-week, parent-assisted social skills intervention for preschoolers with ASD. The program consists of weekly 90-minute sessions. Children are taught social skills through puppet shows, role-playing, and structured play, focusing on making friends, playing with peers, and managing conflicts. Concurrently, parents receive coaching sessions to learn how to facilitate their children's social interactions and manage playdates in natural settings. Weekly homework is assigned to generalize the learned skills.
Locations (3)
Kyung Hee University Medical Center
Seoul, Dongdaemun-gu, South Korea
Seoul National University Bundang Hospital
Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul St. Mary's Hospital
Seoul, Seocho-gu, South Korea