Clinical trials: Children With Autism
Autistic Disorder
Pivotal Response Group Treatment for Parents of Young Children With Autism
This is a research study examining the effectiveness of pivotal response treatment group (PRTG) in targeting language skills in young children with autism.
- Trial name
- PRTG (NCT01881750)
- Testing
- Pivotal Response Training (PRT), Parent Education Group (PEG)
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 53 people
- Sponsor
- Stanford University
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
Autistic Disorder
Early Intervention With Fluoxetine in Autism
This study is a pilot study to evaluate the feasibility and safety of conducting a year long, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of fluoxetine in pre-school children to enhance developmental processes in core areas impacted…
- Trial name
- NCT00183339
- Testing
- Fluoxetine
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 18 people
- Sponsor
- University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Pervasive Development Disorders
Guanfacine for the Treatment of Hyperactivity in Pervasive Developmental Disorder
The purpose of this study is to determine whether guanfacine (trade name Intuniv) by itself or in combination with methylphenidate (also known as Ritalin) is helpful for treating hyperactivity in children and adolescents with a…
- Trial name
- NCT01238575
- Testing
- extended-release guanfacine
- Where
- 5 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 62 people
- Sponsor
- Yale University
Autism
A Study of Oxytocin in Children and Adolescents With Autistic Disorder
The investigators propose to conduct this pilot study to evaluate oxytocin as a supplemental treatment for improving social difficulties in individuals with autism.
- Trial name
- Oxytocin (NCT01308749)
- Testing
- Oxytocin
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 25 people
- Sponsor
- University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Autism Spectrum Disorder
The Impacts of Theta-burst Stimulation on Children and Adolescents With Autism Spectrum Disorder
The investigator would like to investigate the impact of theta-burst stimulation over posterior superior temporal sulcus in children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder
- Trial name
- NCT03621189
- Testing
- intermittent theta burst stimulation
- Where
- Taiwan
- Volunteers
- 80 people
- Sponsor
- Chang Gung Memorial Hospital
Autism, Aggression
The Family VOICE Study
Family centered mental health treatment with children values and supports the role of parents in their child's recovery. However, medications are often the primary focus in community treatment, even in preschool age youth, with…
- Conditions
- Autism, Aggression, Bipolar Disorder, Psychotic Disorders
- Trial name
- NCT01804582
- Testing
- Family Navigator consultation
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 350 people
- Sponsor
- University of Maryland, Baltimore
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Fatty Acid Supplementation in Children With ASD
The purpose of this study is to examine how fatty acid supplementation alters biological signatures in children with ASD
- Trial name
- Omega Heroes (NCT03550209)
- Testing
- LCPUFA Oil Supplement
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 72 people
- Sponsor
- Sarah Keim
Autism Spectrum Disorders, Anxiety
An Open-Label Trial of Buspirone for the Treatment of Anxiety in Youth With Autism Spectrum Disorders
The main objective of this exploratory 8-week pilot study is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of buspirone for the treatment of anxiety in youth (ages 6-17 years) with autism spectrum disorders.
- Trial name
- NCT01850355
- Testing
- Buspirone
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 9 people
- Sponsor
- Massachusetts General Hospital
Non-verbal Learning Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder
Natural Treatments for the Management of Emotional Dysregulation in Youth With Non-verbal Learning Disability (NVLD) and/or Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
This study consists of a 6-week, open-label, randomized clinical trial study to compare efficacy and tolerability of the natural treatments omega-3 fatty acids, inositol, and N-acetylcysteine (NAC) in the treatment of mood…
- Conditions
- Non-verbal Learning Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Autism
- Trial name
- NCT03757585
- Testing
- Open-label Treatment with Omega-3 Fatty Acids + Inositol, Open-label Treatment with N-acetylcysteine
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 54 people
- Sponsor
- Massachusetts General Hospital
Autism
Safety of L1-79 in Adolescent and Adult Males With Autism
This is a five-arm designed to assess the safety of L1-79 that incorporates 15 prospectively randomized, placebo controlled patients and 5 open label patients at either 100 tid (three times daily) or 200 tid dosing for 28 days.
- Trial name
- NCT02947048
- Testing
- L1-79
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 42 people
- Sponsor
- Yamo Pharmaceuticals LLC
Autism Spectrum Disorder, Aggression
Nicotinic Cholinergic Modulation as a Novel Treatment Strategy for Aggression Associated With Autism
Some individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) also demonstrate irritability or aggression, which can interfere with functioning.
- Conditions
- Autism Spectrum Disorder, Aggression, Irritability
- Trial name
- NCT02552147
- Testing
- Transdermal nicotine
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 8 people
- Sponsor
- Yale University
Autism
Effectiveness of Atomoxetine in Treating ADHD Symptoms in Children and Adolescents With Autism
This study will evaluate the effectiveness of atomoxetine in treating children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder symptoms associated with autistic disorder, Asperger's syndrome, and pervasive developmental disorder…
- Trial name
- NCT00498173
- Testing
- Atomoxetine
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 60 people
- Sponsor
- Massachusetts General Hospital
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
Autism Spectrum Disorder
The Effect of Play on Social and Motor Skills of Children With ASD
In this study, the investigators will compare effects of two types of 8-weeklong interventions: a) multimodal or b) general movement to facilitate social communication and motor skills of school-age children with Autism Spectrum…
- Trial name
- NCT04258254
- Testing
- Multimodal, General, Standard of Care
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 46 people
- Sponsor
- University of Delaware
Autism Spectrum Disorder
The Effect of High Antioxidant Cacao on Behaviors in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder
The purpose of this study is to determine if routine consumption of high antioxidant cacao can have an effect on the behaviors of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Trial name
- NCT03195465
- Testing
- Dark Chocolate
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 16 people
- Sponsor
- Loma Linda University
Autism Spectrum Disorder, Adhd
A+ Treatment/Feasibility of Adapted ESDM-informed Caregiver Coaching Delivered Remotely for Children With ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) and ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
This study will evaluate the feasibility of adapted ESDM-informed caregiver coaching in children with comorbid ASD and ADHD, who are between 36 and <132 months of age.
- Trial name
- NCT05417607
- Testing
- P-ESDM informed caregiver coaching
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 57 people
- Sponsor
- Duke University
Autism Spectrum Disorder
A Study to Investigate the Efficacy, Safety, and Tolerability of JNJ-42165279 in Adolescent and Adult Participants With Autism Spectrum Disorder
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of JNJ-42165279 compared with placebo in the improvement of symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) during 12 weeks of treatment using the Autism Behavior Inventory (ABI).
- Trial name
- Envision (NCT03664232)
- Testing
- JNJ-42165279
- Where
- 9 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 78 people
- Sponsor
- Janssen Research & Development, LLC
Overweight, Autism Spectrum Disorder
Treatment of Overweight Induced by Antipsychotic Medication in Young People With Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
The purpose of this study is to determine whether metformin is safe and effective in the treatment of weight or weight gain in young people with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) who are currently taking atypical antipsychotic…
- Trial name
- MET (NCT01825798)
- Testing
- Metformin
- Where
- 4 sites in United States, Canada
- Volunteers
- 60 people
- Sponsor
- Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital
Autism Spectrum Disorders
Examining the Efficacy of Mattress Technology in Improving the Sleep Quality of Children With ASD
The purpose of the present study is to evaluate the tolerability and efficacy of the Sound To Sleep System™ in improving the sleep quality of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
- Trial name
- NCT02739321
- Testing
- Sound to Sleep System
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 45 people
- Sponsor
- The Cleveland Clinic