Clinical trials: Autistic Behavior
ASD
A Pilot Study to Develop a Behavior-based Screening Protocol for Early Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders
This study aims to collect basic data to develop a tool for early screening of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in children and adolescents through eye tracking and motion analysis.
- Trial name
- NCT06339359
- Testing
- Exmainations including clinical measurement, kinetic and kinematic measurmetns. Behavioral assessments
- Where
- South Korea
- Volunteers
- 200 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Bundang CHA Hospital
Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorder
Evaluation and Treatment of Copper/Zinc Imbalance in Children With Autism
There are two phases to the study. The first will examine serum copper and zinc levels and copper/zinc ratio in children (ages 3-8) who have autism and compare them to levels from same sex and age children who are developing…
- Trial name
- NCT00325572
- Testing
- oral zinc and vitamin C supplements
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 89 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder
Comparing Imitation and Stereotyped Behaviors in Autistic Children: Robots vs. Human Operators
Virtual QT is a social robot designed to interact with humans in social and educational contexts. Equipped with visual and vocal interfaces, the robot can recognize and respond to various human inputs, providing emotional support…
- Trial name
- NCT06144528
- Testing
- QT robot
- Where
- Italy
- Volunteers
- 30 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Istituto per la Ricerca e l'Innovazione Biomedica
Parkinson Disease, Epilepsy
In Vivo Imaging of Therapeutic Electric Current Flow
The purpose of this research study is to measure current flow inside the head using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The data from this study will be used to map the current flow caused from the electrical stimulation inside the…
- Conditions
- Parkinson Disease, Epilepsy, Alzheimer's Disease, Stroke
- Trial name
- tDCS (NCT02453763)
- Testing
- Transcranial direct current stimulation, MRI
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 17 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Florida
Autism Spectrum Disorder, Somatic Symptom Disorder
Somatic Symptoms in Autism Spectrum Disorder: Data Integration
Autistic patients have higher rates of co-morbid somatic symptoms. Thus, compared to the general population, they experience more health-related concerns, such as autoimmune disease, gastrointestinal disease, cardiovascular…
- Trial name
- NCT05886361
- Testing
- No intervention involved
- Where
- Taiwan
- Volunteers
- 600 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- National Taiwan University Hospital
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Evaluation of Skillflix for Parents of Youth With ASD
The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the effectiveness of using a Microskills video training library for training parents of adolescents with ASD in talking with their teens about relationships and sexual health topics.
- Trial name
- NCT05958394
- Testing
- SkillFlix for Parents
- Volunteers
- 100 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Ashley Philliber
Autism or Autistic Traits, Healthy
Development of Prosocial Behaviors and Related Brain Network in Infants of High and Low Risk of ASD
The goal of this observational study is to compare the developmental trajectories of prosocial behaviors and functional network connections in infants and toddlers at high and low risk of autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
- Trial name
- NCT06329245
- Testing
- Do not take any interventions
- Where
- China
- Volunteers
- 100 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Children's Hospital of Fudan University
Autism Spectrum Disorder, Social Skills
Effects of Therapy Dogs on Social Behavior in Group Social Skills Instruction With Children With Autism
Animal-Assisted Interventions (AAI) can increase social behavior in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), although the mechanism by which this occurs remains elusive.
- Trial name
- NCT03873831
- Testing
- Animal-assisted intervention, Social skills group
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 72 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Texas Tech University
Intellectual Disability, Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Physical Activity and Community EmPOWERment Project
Purpose: Conduct a wait-list randomized controlled trial (RCT) of an inclusive physical activity program called PACE for adults with intellectual disability (ID) who are not yet showing signs of Alzheimer's Disease…
- Conditions
- Intellectual Disability, Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome
- Trial name
- PACE (NCT06740162)
- Testing
- PACE Program
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 376 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Neurodevelopmental Outcomes, ADHD - Attention Deficit Disorder With Hyperactivity
Where Wild Things Grow: Nature- and Activity-based Group Interventions for Neurodivergent Children and Youth
The goal of this action research project is to develop and implement nature- and activity-based group interventions across health care, school and leisure settings in Southern Norway.
- Conditions
- Neurodevelopmental Outcomes, ADHD - Attention Deficit Disorder With Hyperactivity, Autism, Tourette Syndrome
- Trial name
- NCT07203469
- Testing
- Universal approach, Selective approach, Outdoor therapy
- Where
- 2 sites in Norway
- Volunteers
- 240 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Sorlandet Hospital HF
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism
The TEAM Study - Treatment Efficacy for Autism/Attention Using Mixed Amphetamine
The investigators are conducting a 10-week brain imaging and medication study. They are doing the research to study the response of Attention-Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) on…
- Conditions
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Trial name
- NCT06853665
- Testing
- Adderall XR (mixed salts amphetamine)
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 196 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Gagan Joshi
Autism Spectrum Disorder, Mental Disorders
Physiological Mechanisms of Therapeutic Horseback Riding Intervention Effects in a Psychiatric Population of ASD Youth
This randomized control trial (RCT) seeks to assess the mechanisms underlying Therapeutic Horseback Riding's (THR) previously observed significant positive effects on ASD youth, particularly those with co-occurring psychiatric…
- Trial name
- NCT04606966
- Testing
- Therapeutic Horseback Riding, Barn Activity, Hybrid
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 236 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Colorado, Denver
Autism
Autism in Adult Patients and the Effects on Caregivers
Background: The number of adults with autism is expected to rise significantly in the near future, due to two main reasons: First, a dramatic increase in the estimates of the prevalence of autism starting in the mid 1980s…
- Trial name
- NCT00367107
- Where
- Israel
- Volunteers
- 240 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Sheba Medical Center
Autism Spectrum Disorder, Nonverbal Communication
Exploring Predictors of Response to a Peer-Mediated Intervention for Preschoolers With ASD
This study will examine what child variables (i.e., social attention and peer interest) predict communication gains in response to a peer-mediated intervention for 40 minimally-verbal preschool children with ASD and 80 peers.
- Trial name
- NCT05277103
- Testing
- Exploring predictors of response to a peer-mediated communication intervention for minimally verbal preschoolers with ASD
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 24 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Kansas Medical Center
Autism Spectrum Disorder, Teacher Training
Implementation of a Teacher Classroom Program to Support Preschool Children With Autism or Developmental Problems
The Incredible Years® "Helping Preschool Children with Autism" (IY-HPCA) program is designed for teachers of children aged 2 to 5 years who have students with autism in their classrooms.
- Conditions
- Autism Spectrum Disorder, Teacher Training, Teacher Skills in Addressing Child Mental Health Problem, Developmental Disorders
- Trial name
- NCT06790199
- Testing
- Incredible Years® "Helping Preschool Children with Autism" program (IY-HPCA)
- Where
- Spain
- Volunteers
- 40 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Fundació Sant Joan de Déu
Dental Caries in Children, Autistic Disorder
Dietary Impacts on Oral Health in Autistic Children: A Cross-Sectional Analysis
The study aims to explore how dietary habits affect oral health in children with autism. By examining a cross-section of the autistic paediatric population, the research seeks to identify patterns or specific dietary preferences…
- Conditions
- Dental Caries in Children, Autistic Disorder, Dietary Habits
- Trial name
- OHIDPAP-CS (NCT06280651)
- Testing
- dietary preferences and their implications for oral health in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Volunteers
- 50 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- King Khalid University
Autism
Comprehensive Collection, Charting, and Communication System
As the prevalence of autism spectrum disorders continues to rise and the shortage of special education resources becomes more dramatic, the need for electronic tools that reduce the time burden of implementing an individual…
- Trial name
- CCCCSys (NCT01005953)
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 70 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- SymTrend Inc.
Autism Spectrum Disorder, Disruptive Behavior
Telehealth Rapid Intervention for Externalizing Behaviors in ASD
The purpose of this research study is to evaluate a time-limited version of Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) delivered via telehealth for young children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and disruptive behavior problems.
- Conditions
- Autism Spectrum Disorder, Disruptive Behavior, Externalizing Behavior, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy
- Trial name
- THRIVE-ASD (NCT05056922)
- Testing
- Tele-PCIT, Treatment as Usual
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 80 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Medical University of South Carolina
Autism Spectrum Disorder, Intellectual Disability
Facing Your Fears: Adolescents With ASD and Intellectual Disability
Adolescents with ASD and intellectual disability (ID) are a complex and underserved population. Approximately 50% of individuals with ASD/ID experience significant anxiety.
- Conditions
- Autism Spectrum Disorder, Intellectual Disability, Anxiety, Emotion Regulation
- Trial name
- FYF:ASD/ID (NCT05131425)
- Testing
- Facing Your Fears: ASD/ID, Treatment as Usual
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 73 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Colorado, Denver
Autism, Attention Deficit Disorder With Hyperactivity
Methylphenidate for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Autism in Children
This study examined the cognitive and behavioral differences in children who have an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) with or without additional symptoms of ADHD.
- Trial name
- NCT00178503
- Testing
- Methylphenidate-extended release, Methylphenidate-immediate release
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 24 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston