Digital Interventions for Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Meta-analysis
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Helena Sandgreen1,2,3, Line Hofmann Frederiksen4,5,6,7, Niels Bilenberg4,6
1Department of Child and Adolescent Mental Health Odense, Research Unit (University Function), Mental Health Services in the Region of Southern Denmark, J. B. Winsløws Vej 16, entrance 230, 5000, Odense C, Denmark. helena.sandgreen@gmail.com.
Abstract:
This study aimed to review digital interventions in the treatment of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). A systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted. Nineteen studies were included. The interventions aimed to improve social skills (n = 11), developmental skills (n = 2) and 6 other different targets. Technology used were computer programs (n = 14), tablet apps (n = 3), a robot (n = 1) and an interactive DVD (n = 1). The meta-analysis resulted in an overall effect size (Cohen's d) of 0.32 [0.12-0.51], indicating a small effect. Heterogeneity between studies was high (I2 = 100%), limiting the generalization of results. Therefore, we recommend larger RCT studies, and guidelines for the development of trials evaluating digital interventions for ASD, for making comparison of future studies possible.Registration can be found online at Prospero: https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero/ , registration no. CRD42020146542.
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