Clinical trials
Autism Disorder clinical trials
Below are recruiting autism disorder clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 338 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07469566Recruiting
Studying the natural course of 7q11.23 microduplication syndrome
This study follows people with a rare genetic condition called 7q11.23 microduplication over time to understand how it affects development, learning, and health. Participants will have interviews, thinking and memory tests, and an MRI brain scan.
BronAges 5–50 - NCT06069323Recruiting
Repetitive TMS therapy for children with autism or ADHD
This trial uses a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called rTMS (repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation) to see if it can help children with autism or ADHD. The goal is to find out if this treatment can improve symptoms and is safe for this age group.
FoggiaAges 6–18 - NCT06845488Recruiting
Using virtual reality to treat social anxiety in autism
This trial tests whether virtual reality exercises can help reduce social anxiety in adults with autism. Participants will practice social situations in a safe, computer-based environment.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06916988Recruiting
Sports program for teens with autism
This study tests a modified sports program designed for teens with autism who can interact with others. It aims to improve social skills and physical activity through a fun, supportive sports setting.
Belo Horizonte, Minas GeraisAges 12–18 - NCT07276750Recruiting
Coaching for school staff who support autistic children
This study tests a coaching program for school staff who support autistic children in grades K-5. It aims to improve how staff handle challenging behaviors and help children succeed in the classroom.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 5 years+ - NCT02168868Recruiting
Blood tests to find autism-related protein signals
This study looks at blood samples from children (and sometimes parents) to see if certain protein patterns can help identify or better understand autism spectrum disorder. The results could support finding “biomarkers,” which are measurable signs that may guide future research or care.
JerusalemAges 10 months–19 years - NCT07302048Recruiting
Mobile pain management support for kids with intellectual disabilities
This study tests a mobile program that helps manage pain in children and young adults with intellectual disabilities, autism, or multiple disabilities. It aims to see if the program improves pain relief and works well with their care team.
BrestAges Up to 24 years - NCT07738003Recruiting
Perinatal Autism Genetics and Epigenetics Study
This study looks at genetics and other factors that may be linked to autism. Pregnant women in their first or second trimester are invited to join, and their babies will be followed to see how they develop.
Iowa City, IowaAges birth–50 years - NCT07637799Recruiting
Parent support group for teens with autism and anxiety or depression
This study tests whether a parent support group helps families manage anxiety or depression in teenagers who have autism. The group teaches parents skills to support their teen at home.
GothenburgAges 12 years+ - NCT04443179Recruiting
Baby brain scans in England to study early development
This study does brain imaging (brain scans) in babies to better understand early brain development and how factors like family history and COVID-19 might relate to development. It may help researchers learn which babies could need extra support later.
LondonAges 16–75 - NCT05751525Recruiting
Oral sulfonylurea study for children with KCNJ11-related delay and epilepsy
This study looks at whether switching to an oral sulfonylurea medicine can improve thinking, development, and seizure-related outcomes in children with a specific KCNJ11 gene change. You may be able to join if your child already has this mutation and has been able to take the medicine by mouth.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 2–50 - NCT06088589Recruiting
Speech-in-noise in autism and fragile x
This study measures how well people with autism or fragile X syndrome perceive speech in noisy settings, compared to typically developing individuals. It uses EEG to understand brain activity during listening tasks.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 15–35 - NCT06448767Recruiting
Probiotics for autism symptoms in children
This study tests whether a daily probiotic supplement (a mix of good bacteria) can help reduce autism symptoms in children. It lasts 3 months and involves filling out questionnaires about your child's behavior at the start and end of the trial.
Warsaw, WarsawAges 7–15 - NCT06908174Recruiting
Prosocial behavior and brain differences in autism vs typical development
This study compares how children with and without autism show helpful and kind behaviors, and looks at brain scans to see related differences. It aims to understand the brain networks involved in social behavior.
ShanghaiAges 2–17 - NCT07458386Enrolling by invitation
Integrative health care for children with autism
This pilot study tests a complementary health program for children with autism ages 3 to 12. It may help improve symptoms and well-being.
BiddendenAges 3–12 - NCT06823492Recruiting
Early life and brain study
This study looks at how your early life experiences may affect your brain and behavior. You would visit the University of Manchester for assessments and help researchers understand these connections.
ManchesterAges 18–25 - NCT06149468Recruiting
CAP48 Autism Study for Kids and Teens
This study collects information from children and teens with autism who visit special autism centers in French-speaking Belgium. It helps researchers learn more about autism in young people.
Brussels, Brussels CapitalAges Up to 18 years - NCT06526208RecruitingPhase 2
Marijuana-based compound for anxiety in autistic adults
This study tests a marijuana-based compound (similar to CBD but not psychoactive) to see if it helps reduce anxiety in autistic adults. You would take a daily capsule and be monitored for 12 weeks.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18–45 - NCT05035511Recruiting
Predicting tDCS results in autistic teens with machine learning
This study uses machine learning to predict how well a teen with autism may respond to tDCS, a non-invasive brain stimulation. It mainly looks at personal factors (like understanding instructions and baseline abilities) to better estimate treatment outcomes.
Hung Hom, KowloonAges 12–22 - NCT05066178Recruiting
Speech therapy for children with autism who speak very little
This study tests a speech treatment plan for children on the autism spectrum who currently speak very little. It aims to improve speech clarity and ability to repeat sounds, but only if the child’s home language environment and participation needs fit the study rules.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 5–18 - NCT05664789RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
N-acetylcysteine for autism behaviors in children
This trial studies whether N-acetylcysteine, a medicine taken by mouth, can improve autism-related restricted and repetitive behaviors in children. It looks at children who are showing at least moderate severity in these behaviors and may involve brain testing for safety reasons.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 3–12 - NCT07329257Recruiting
Project PENGUIN: Study of rare brain development disorders
This study looks at rare and ultra-rare conditions that affect brain development. It aims to learn more about what causes these conditions. You may join if you or your child have a diagnosed or suspected neurogenetic disorder.
Columbia, MissouriAges Up to 99 years - NCT05786898Recruiting
Test a computer training program to improve autism-related thinking
This study tests a computerized “cognitive remediation” program adapted for people with autism, using social scenarios and skills. The goal is to improve thinking and related day-to-day abilities by practicing structured tasks on a screen.
ParisAges 13–40 - NCT06334588Recruiting
Autism brain study using MRI and social thinking tasks
This study uses MRI brain scans (already needed for medical reasons) to better understand how autism affects social thinking. It compares people with autism to healthy volunteers to see differences in brain activity.
ParisAges 3 months–28 years
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for autism disorder?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 338 recruiting autism disorder studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a autism disorder trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a autism disorder trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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