Clinical trials
Autism or Autistic Traits clinical trials
Below are recruiting autism or autistic traits clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 376 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06733584Recruiting
Helping Young Hispanic Autistic Children
This study offers support and services for young Hispanic children (18–42 months old) from low-income families who have or may have autism. It aims to help your child's development and connect your family with resources.
Lawrence, KansasAges 1.5 years–3.5 years - NCT06712784Recruiting
Support for autistic patients during needle procedures
This trial tests a behavior support program to help autistic patients and their caregivers during needle-related hospital visits at Boston Medical Center. It aims to reduce challenging behaviors and make procedures easier for everyone involved.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 3 years+ - NCT06552286Recruiting
Study of STRW-T program for autistic teens in 11th and 12th grade
This trial tests the STRW-T program to help autistic high school students improve daily living skills. It is designed for teens who are in their last two years of high school or deferring graduation.
Carrboro, North CarolinaAges 15–21 - NCT06466876Recruiting
Word learning study for autistic children who speak
This study tests a special way of teaching new words to autistic children ages 4 to 10 who already speak in simple sentences. The goal is to find out if a retrieval-based practice method helps them learn and remember words better.
Baton Rouge, LouisianaAges 4–10 - NCT06391684Recruiting
Brain flexibility in autistic and non-autistic adults
This study looks at how the brain predicts and adapts in autistic and non-autistic people. Participants will have MRI scans and do simple tasks to help researchers understand flexibility in thinking.
GrenobleAges 18–50 - NCT06381856Enrolling by invitation
Helping autistic kids take part in their care
This study tests a way to help autistic children and teenagers, who do not have an intellectual disability, get more involved in their own habilitation (a process that helps them build skills and live more independently).
Örebro, Örebro CountyAges 7–17 - NCT06227780Recruiting
Sound therapy for thinking and sensory issues in kids with developmental disorders
This trial tests whether special sound patterns played through headphones can help improve thinking and reduce sensitivity to noise in children with Fragile X syndrome or autism. The study uses a short daily listening program over several weeks to see if it makes a difference.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 5–10 - NCT06158581Recruiting
Comparing two emotion therapies for autistic youth and adults
This study compares two different types of emotional support therapies to see which works better for autistic youth and young adults who have high emotional reactivity or distress. You'll be asked about your feelings and experiences, and your support person (like a parent or friend) can help answer questions too.
Tuscaloosa, AlabamaAges 10–30 - NCT05707923Recruiting
Simplified language study for comprehension in autistic toddlers
This study looks at whether using simpler language helps young children with autism understand and learn. It involves children ages 1 to 4 who mainly hear and respond to English.
East Lansing, MichiganAges 1–4 - NCT05157477Recruiting
Addressing sensory issues in adults with autism
This study tests a virtual reality program to help adults with autism cope with sensory problems and improve social skills. Participants will practice handling sensory situations in a safe VR environment.
TaipeiAges 20–45 - 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 - 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 - NCT06187090Recruiting
Supplement therapy for adults with autism
This trial tests whether a specific supplement can help adults with Level 1 autism. It is open only to Italian-speaking participants aged 18–35 who do not have other major mental health or brain conditions.
Udine, UDAges 18–35 - NCT07590973Recruiting
Testing a digital app to diagnose autism in children
This study evaluates whether BlinkLab's smartphone app can accurately identify autism in children ages 2–11. Your child would complete short video assessments at home using your phone, and researchers would review the videos to see if the app's results match standard autism testing.
Princeton, New JerseyAges 2–11 - NCT07546942Enrolling by invitationPhase 1/Phase 2
Autism Treatment Using Stem Cells, Gut Microbiome, and Diet
This study tests whether a combination of stem cell therapy, gut microbiome restoration (using specially prepared stool), and dietary changes can improve autism symptoms, communication, social behavior, and digestive issues. Researchers believe gut health and immune system problems may contribute to autism, and this trial explores whether treating these areas helps.
Hamilton, MontanaAges 10–90 - NCT07450443RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Gut health and autism: a study on the gut barrier and bacteria
This trial is looking at the connection between the gut and autism. It tests whether certain gut bacteria and the gut's protective barrier are different in children with autism and gastrointestinal issues. This could help find new ways to improve symptoms.
Milan, MIAges 3–8 - NCT05699928Recruiting
Testing how well pediatricians spot autism in young children
This study compares an early autism opinion made by a community general pediatrician with a more detailed team assessment. It may help improve how families get autism evaluations sooner and more accurately.
Toronto, OntarioAges birth–5.3 years - NCT06872229Recruiting
Sensory integration therapy for attention in autism
This study tests whether sensory integration therapy can help improve attention in children with autism. It looks at how processing senses like touch, sound, and movement might affect focus.
Messina, MEAges 4–12 - NCT07304440RecruitingPhase 1
Stem cell and glutathione therapy study for children with autism
This study tests a combination of experimental treatments for children with autism spectrum disorder. It may help if your child has not had stem cell or glutathione therapy before.
Winter Park, FloridaAges 3–12 - NCT04107064Recruiting
Job coaching program for autistic adults to work steadily
This study tests a specialized employment program to help autistic adults keep steady work. It may help by improving job readiness and support for working in real workplaces.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18–55 - NCT06208722Recruiting
Testing a toothbrushing app for teens with autism
This study tests a mobile app designed to help teens with autism improve their toothbrushing skills and build a daily habit. Your family will use the app at home, and researchers will see if it makes brushing easier and more consistent.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 10–17 - NCT07798297Recruiting
Sound sensitivity therapy for autistic adults
This trial tests a therapy designed to help autistic adults who are very sensitive to everyday sounds. The treatment aims to make loud sounds more comfortable and improve daily life.
Orlando, FloridaAges 18–39 - NCT07622316RecruitingPhase 1
Autism Research Study for Children Ages 3 and Up
This is an early-stage study exploring a new experimental treatment for autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Researchers will work with your child and family to test whether this approach is safe and how it might help with autism symptoms.
Roswell, GeorgiaAges 3 years+ - 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
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for autism or autistic traits?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 376 recruiting autism or autistic traits 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 or autistic traits 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 or autistic traits 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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