Clinical trials
Autism in Children clinical trials
Below are recruiting autism in children clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 137 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04545606Recruiting
Helping kids with autism sleep better by treating insomnia
This study looks for the best way to improve sleep in children with autism who have ongoing insomnia. You and your child will complete sleep tracking and participate in an insomnia treatment plan to reduce trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking too early.
Columbia, MissouriAges 6–12 - NCT07367256Recruiting
Virtual reality for emotion understanding in autistic children
This trial uses virtual reality to help children with autism better understand emotions. It may improve how they recognize and respond to feelings.
Messina, ItalyAges 7–10 - NCT07199218RecruitingPhase 2
Cannabis oil for autism in children aged 4 to 12
This trial tests a cannabis oil enriched with terpenes (natural compounds that may affect behavior) to see if it helps reduce severe symptoms in children with autism. It compares the oil to a placebo.
Jerusalem, N/A = Not ApplicableAges 4–13 - NCT05546554RecruitingPhase 2
Suvorexant for sleep problems in teens with autism
This Phase 2 study tests whether suvorexant helps improve sleep in children and teens with autism who have significant sleep trouble. It may help reduce behaviors related to poor sleep by changing how the brain promotes sleep.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 13–17 - NCT05540574RecruitingPhase 2
Zolpidem for sleep problems in autistic children
This Phase 2 study tests zolpidem (a sleep medicine) to help children with autism sleep better. It will check sleep changes using sleep testing and to confirm zolpidem is safe for this age group.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 8–17 - NCT05501678RecruitingPhase 2
Diphenhydramine to help sleep in autistic children
This Phase 2 study tests whether diphenhydramine improves sleep in children with autism who have significant sleep problems. It requires sleep monitoring (watch data and sleep testing) and checking for side effects to see if the treatment is safe and helpful.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 8–17 - NCT03866668RecruitingPhase 2
Esomeprazole for young children with autism
This Phase 2 study tests whether esomeprazole helps children with autism. It looks at children who are generally healthy, take stable medicines, and can reliably attend visits so their care team can track changes during the study.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 2–6 - NCT06698068Recruiting
Horseback riding therapy for children with autism
This study tests whether horseback riding therapy can improve the quality of life for children with autism. If your child qualifies, they will take part in sessions with a trained horse and therapist.
Saint-Sébastien-de-MorsentAges 8–12 - NCT03583684Recruiting
Brain scan study to predict response to Pivotal Response Treatment
This study uses brain scans to learn which young children with autism are most likely to improve with Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT). It may help families and clinicians choose the best early treatment based on early brain signals.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 2–4 - NCT06108583Recruiting
Psychological program for children with autism and feeding problems
This study tests a psychological program to help children with autism who have serious feeding difficulties. The goal is to make mealtimes easier and less stressful for the whole family.
Esplugues de Llobregat, BarcelonaAges 3–8 - NCT06627205Recruiting
Sleep Restriction Therapy for children with autism
This study tests a therapy called Sleep Restriction Therapy to help children with autism who have trouble sleeping. It aims to see if this approach can improve sleep without changing other treatments.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 6–12 - NCT05673096Recruiting
PACT therapy for young autistic children and their parents
This trial studies a structured communication therapy program (PACT) for children ages 2–6 who have autism. It aims to improve how children communicate and how families can support communication at home.
AabenraaAges 2–6 - NCT06649916Recruiting
Learning words from parent speech in autistic children
This study looks at how autistic and non-autistic toddlers learn new words when parents talk to them in a special, engaging way. It may help understand how to support language development.
Richardson, TexasAges 1.5 years–4.9 years - NCT05926687RecruitingPhase 2
Support program for toddlers with autism-focused coaching
This study tests an intervention to help young autistic children improve social communication and manage behavior. Caregivers learn strategies to use at home, and the study is designed for toddlers who mainly hear English.
Evanston, IllinoisAges 1.5 years–4 years - NCT07421830Recruiting
Parent training to boost physical activity in kids with autism
This trial tests a program that teaches parents how to help their preschool-aged child with autism be more physically active. If you have a child with autism between ages 3 and 6, this program might give you practical tools to support their movement and play.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT07630506RecruitingPhase 2
Folinic Acid for Autism in Children Ages 3–10
This study tests whether folinic acid (a type of B vitamin) can help improve symptoms of autism in children. Researchers want to see if this supplement, combined with your child's current treatments, might make a difference.
Singapore, SingaporeAges 3–10 - 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 - NCT04060030RecruitingPhase 2
Leucovorin for young children with autism language difficulties
This Phase 2 study tests whether leucovorin (a vitamin-related medicine) can improve social communication and language in young children with autism. It also looks at safety and whether the results hold while the child stays on their usual therapies and routines.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 2.5 years–5 years - NCT07027319Recruiting
Triple P training for parents of children with autism
This study tests Triple P—a parenting program—to see if it helps reduce repetitive behaviors in children with autism and improves parents' mood and burnout. It is for Turkish-speaking parents of children with autism aged 0–12.
Istanbul, ÜsküdarAges birth–12 years - NCT05726708Recruiting
E-learning coaching for parents of young children with autism
This study tests an online (e-learning) coaching program for parents of young children with autism, delivered in French. It aims to help parents learn strategies and support their child during early childhood.
LausanneAges 2–4 - NCT07789704Recruiting
Sensory-based therapy for children with autism
This study tests a structured sensory-based occupational therapy program for children with autism. It aims to help improve daily functioning and reduce sensory challenges.
Istanbul, BeykozAges 3–9 - NCT06723522Recruiting
Brain stimulation for social skills in autism
This trial uses a gentle electrical current to stimulate a brain area involved in social skills. It aims to help children with autism improve their social functioning.
Changsha, HunanAges 3–18 - NCT07519369Recruiting
Tracking Daily Movement in Children With Autism
This study uses wearable sensors (worn on the wrist and in special insoles) and one night of sleep monitoring to understand how children with autism move and sleep. The goal is to learn more about autism and potentially identify patterns that could help with diagnosis or care.
Roma, RMAges 2–18
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for autism in children?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 137 recruiting autism in children 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 in children 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 in children 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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