autism Clinical Trials
A listing of autism medical research trials actively recruiting patient volunteers. Search for closest city to find more detailed information on a research study in your area.
Found 348 clinical trials
WMT for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a group of serious neurodevelopmental disorders. Intestinal microbial disturbance is common in children with ASD. A great deal of evidence shows that intestinal microbes can influence the brain to play its role through "gut-brain-microbiota axis". We intend to explore the role of Washed Microbiota Transplantation …
Psychoeducation for Older Adults With Autism
Until recently, autism in older adults went unrecognised. Although there has been more attention to autism in older adults in recent years, there is still a lot of unfamiliarity with the phenomenon and underdiagnosis in (mental) health care. Many care providers are reluctant to diagnose autism in later life, due …
ADAPT: Approach to Dance for Autism
It is well documented that motor impairments are associated with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Yet, appropriate therapies are scarce. Dance has been shown to not only promote fine and gross motor skills, but also psychological well-being, cognition, and social participation in neurotypical dancers. Little research has been …
Omega-3, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
This is a 12 week study to investigate the effects of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) in youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Telehealth Intervention for Autism Spectrum Disorder
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is one of the most frequently occurring childhood-onset neurodevelopmental disorders affecting 1 in every 54 children. Most children with ASD experience challenges participating in daily activities (e.g.: eating, sleeping, bathing, grooming, playing, etc.) and receive occupational therapy intervention to address these. The COVID-19 pandemic has restricted …
A Comparison of Two School Based Interventions to Manage Anxiety in Autistic Students
The goal of this clinical trial is to compare two school based interventions to manage anxiety in autistic students. The main question[s] it aims to answer are: 1) Compare the effectiveness of Facing Your Fears-School Based Program (FYF-SB) with Zones of Regulation (ZOR) on anxiety reduction and emotion regulation; and …
Effect of Cawthorne Cooksey Exercises on Balance in Autistic Children With Vestibular Hypofunction.
The objective of the study is to determine the effects of cawthorne cooksey exercises on balance in autistic children with vestibular hypofunction. The study will be randomized control trial including 2 experimental groups with estimated 22 participants in each group.
Metacognitive Therapy for Common Mental Health Problems in Autistic CYP: A Case Series
Anxiety and Depression are common in young people (CYP) and especially in CYP with a diagnosis of Autism. Autistic people often say therapy has not been adapted to meet their needs. A recent treatment called metacognitive therapy (MCT) is proving to be helpful, but the investigators do not know how …
Implementation of the Parents Taking Action in Paraguay
The principal aim of this study is to conduct a single group design pilot of a psychoeducational caregiver training (i.e., culturally adapted Parents Taking Action) with a group of family caregivers of young children with autism in Paraguay. The following research questions will be addressed: Research Question #1: What is …
Randomized Clinical Trial of TUNE In 3.0: A Social/Emotional Program for Adults With Autism Spectrum Disorder
The purpose of this study is to test a novel, cognitive behavioral treatment strategy to improve social functioning in adults with autism spectrum disorder. The treatment, named TUNE In (Training to Understand and Navigate Emotions and Interactions), includes components to address the many behavioral domains involved in social functioning, including …
