There are currently 49 active clinical trials seeking participants for Autism research studies. The states with the highest number of trials for Autism participants are California, Florida, Ohio and New York.
Family, Responsibility, Education, Support, and Health for Families With a Child With Autism
NCT05741840
Recruiting
The objective of this proposed study is to collect initial efficacy data on a telehealth parent-based behavioral program for children with autism and overweight or obesity (PBT-A), compared with health education (HE).
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 6 years and 12 years
Trial Updated:
03/27/2025
Locations: UC San Diego Center for Healthy Eating and Activity Research (CHEAR), La Jolla, California
Conditions: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Obesity, Childhood, Autism
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Biomarkers Research in Anxiety for Validation and Efficacy
NCT06221176
Recruiting
A within-subjects design will be used for this preliminary investigation of four biomarkers across two contexts of use: prediction of treatment response (i.e., stratification) and quantification of response (i.e., change).
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 3 years and 6 years
Trial Updated:
03/10/2025
Locations: Boston Children's Hospital, Two Brookline Place, Brookline, Massachusetts
Conditions: Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder
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A Strength-Based Employment Maintenance Program for Individuals on the Autism Spectrum
NCT06255925
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The investigators are looking to evaluate how effective a training program that focuses on character strengths may be in improving job maintenance skills in young adults. The investigators are examining the effects of this intervention in young adults who feel they would like to help in improving their satisfaction with work, and in keeping their jobs.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 14 years and 26 years
Trial Updated:
03/06/2025
Locations: Kessler Foundation, East Hanover, New Jersey
Conditions: Autism
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Use of Eye Tracking to Aid in Autism Risk Detection
NCT06471504
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The study will use a non-invasive remote eye-tracking system (Eyelink Portable Duo) to acquire a short series of eye-tracking measures.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 12 months and 48 months
Trial Updated:
03/04/2025
Locations: Riley Hospital for Children, Indianapolis, Indiana
Conditions: Autism
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Pilot Trial of Pregnenolone in Autism
NCT02627508
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This is a research study to examine the tolerability and effectiveness of pregnenolone in individuals with autism. Pregnenolone is a naturally occurring steroid hormone in the brain that has been implicated in treating various psychiatric conditions. The investigators hope to learn the effects and safety of using pregnenolone in reducing irritability and sensitivity to sensory differences and improving social communication in individuals with autism. The investigators hope by studying the effect... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 14 years and 25 years
Trial Updated:
02/28/2025
Locations: Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, California
Conditions: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Autism
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Trial of Diphenhydramine for Sleep in Children With Autism
NCT05501678
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The purpose of this study is to examine the effect of diphenhydramine on sleep in children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Diphenhydramine is an anti-histaminergic agent with strong hypnotic properties. To accomplish this, the investigators will use a randomized double-blind placebo-controlled crossover 8-week study design to examine the effect of diphenhydramine on sleep physiology as assessed by polysomnography (PSG), actigraphy, circadian rhythm, and clinical measures.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 8 years and 17 years
Trial Updated:
02/28/2025
Locations: Stanford University, Stanford, California
Conditions: Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder
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Parent-Mediated Intervention Targeting Insistence on Sameness for Autistic Children
NCT06472115
Recruiting
This study will examine the potential effectiveness of a virtually delivered parent-mediated intervention for insistence on sameness behaviors in autism and investigate 1) whether caregivers can learn to deliver the adapted Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood emotions (SPACE) intervention for IS via telehealth and 2) whether children will show greater improvement in IS behaviors.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 6 years and 11 years
Trial Updated:
02/21/2025
Locations: Jennifer Phillips, Stanford, California
Conditions: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Autism
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Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Restricted and Repetitive Behavior in ASD
NCT04532424
Recruiting
Investigating the efficacy of a form of TMS called theta-burst stimulation for restricted and repetitive behavior in ASD.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 12 years and 45 years
Trial Updated:
02/14/2025
Locations: Stanford University, Stanford, California
Conditions: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Autism, Asperger Syndrome
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Trial of Suvorexant for Sleep in Children with Autism
NCT05546554
Recruiting
The purpose of this study is to examine the effect of suvorexant on sleep in children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Suvorexant is a selective, dual orexin receptor antagonist (DORA) used for the treatment of sleep onset difficulties and/or sleep maintenance. To accomplish this, the investigators will use a randomized double-blind placebo-controlled crossover 8-week study design to examine the effect of suvorexant on sleep physiology as assessed by polysomnography (PSG), ac... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 13 years and 17 years
Trial Updated:
02/10/2025
Locations: Stanford University, Stanford, California
Conditions: Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder
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Trial of Zolpidem for Sleep in Children with Autism
NCT05540574
Recruiting
The purpose of this study is to examine the effect of zolpidem on sleep in children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Zolpidem is a nonbenzodiazepine GABAa receptor agonist drug that acts as a hypnotic. To accomplish this, the investigators will use a randomized double-blind placebo-controlled crossover 8-week study design to examine the effect of zolpidem on sleep physiology as assessed by polysomnography (PSG), actigraphy, circadian rhythm, and clinical measures.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 8 years and 17 years
Trial Updated:
02/10/2025
Locations: Stanford University, Stanford, California
Conditions: Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder
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The Impact of a Virtual Magic Trick Training Program
NCT05664841
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The proposed project will attempt to confirm the benefits of a structured magic trick training program (MTTP) experience in adolescents with autism. Benefits of participating in a 6-week virtual MTTP will be evaluated using validated assessments to measure social-emotional competencies.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 11 years and 18 years
Trial Updated:
02/03/2025
Locations: University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, Alabama
Conditions: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorder
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Modified Pivotal Response Treatment for Insistence on Sameness in Autistic Youth
NCT06362733
Recruiting
The purpose of this open label trial is to examine the preliminary feasibility, acceptability, and effectiveness of a 12-week behavioral intervention program (1 hour/week) to treat insistence on sameness (e.g., difficulty tolerating changes in routine) in youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Treatment will be delivered via secure telemedicine platform and consist of a combination of parent-training and parent-mediated intervention with the child.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 4 years and 17 years
Trial Updated:
01/24/2025
Locations: 401 Quarry Road (Remote Study), Stanford, California
Conditions: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Restricted Behavior, Autism
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