Effectiveness and Mechanism of Online Peer Companion Intervention on Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Randomized Controlled Trial
The goal of this interventional study was to examine the effectiveness and mechanism of online peer companion intervention (OPCI) on the social abilities and mental health of ASD children. The main questions it aims to answer are: 1. Whether OPCI is effective on the social abilities and mental health of ASD children; 2. What impact does OPCI have on the social abilities and mental health of ordinary children; 3. What impact does OPCI have on the mental health of both children's parents; 4. What are the mechanisms of OPCI on ASD children.
• 7-15 years old and diagnosed as mild ASD;
• Basic ability to speak independently and fluently communicate with peers;
• Could use mobile phones, tablets, computers, or other electronic devices for this online intervention.