A recent study conducted by researchers at the Catalight Research Institute in Walnut Creek, California, suggests that increasing the number of treatment hours may not necessarily improve outcomes for autistic children. The study, published in a peer-reviewed journal on January 16, 2026, found that the traditional belief that more hours of treatment result in better outcomes may not hold true. The research challenges the existing notion and sheds light on a new perspective in the field of autism treatment. The study's data and analysis provide valuable insights for professionals and caregivers working with autistic children.