Clinical trials
Autism spectrum disorder clinical trials
A developmental condition affecting communication and behavior. We’re tracking 313 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06179953Recruiting
Emotional skills training with a social robot
This trial tests whether a social robot can help children improve their emotional and communication skills. It is designed for children who can speak in sentences and connect ideas to talk about events.
Messina, ItalyAges 5–10 - NCT06783101Recruiting
Smart Inhaler for Teens with Intellectual Disabilities and Asthma
This study tests a 'smart' inhaler that tracks when and how your child uses their asthma medicine. The goal is to help teens with intellectual or developmental disabilities manage asthma better at home.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 10–17 - NCT07439042RecruitingPhase 4
Buspirone for anxiety in children with autism
This trial tests whether buspirone, a medication that helps with anxiety, can reduce anxiety in children and teens with autism. It is a 12-week study where participants receive buspirone or a placebo (a pill with no medicine) to see if it improves anxiety symptoms.
Lexington, MassachusettsAges 7–17 - NCT06817746Recruiting
Telehealth program for babies showing early signs of autism
This study offers a telehealth (video call) program for families with babies under 18 months who show early signs of autism. The goal is to provide support and check if this remote approach helps with development.
Pisa, ItalyAges 9 months–1.4 years - NCT06348992Recruiting
Talk therapy and yoga for burnout in parents of children with autism
This study tests if combining talk therapy (ACT) with gentle yoga can help parents of children with autism who feel burned out. If you often feel exhausted or overwhelmed by caregiving, this program may give you new coping skills and support.
Daqing, None SelectedAges Any age - NCT07398183Recruiting
Sleep help for kids with autism
This study tests a sleep program for children with autism who have trouble falling asleep. It aims to improve sleep for both the child and parents.
Hong KongAges 6–12 - NCT07393152Recruiting
Quality of life study for children with autism
This study tests tools to help families and doctors make better decisions together and improve care for children with autism. It focuses on children under 12 who are part of a regional autism network.
Bosisio Parini, (LC)Ages birth–11 years - NCT07381374Recruiting
Fecal transplant for children with autism
This trial tests whether fecal microbiota transplantation can help children with moderate-to-severe autism. It involves giving healthy donor bacteria to improve gut health and possibly autism symptoms.
Shenzhen, GuangdongAges 3–16 - NCT07381504Recruiting
Aerobic exercise for sleep in children with autism
This study tests whether regular aerobic exercise, like running or jumping, can help children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) sleep better. If your child has trouble sleeping and is between 3 and 11 years old, they may be able to join.
TaipeiAges 3–11 - NCT06255535Recruiting
Brain-guided brain stimulation for autism
This study tests if a type of brain stimulation (rTMS) guided by brain scans can improve thinking and behavior in people with autism who also have intellectual disability. It aims to help with social communication and daily function.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 6–30 - NCT07365553Recruiting
Omega-3 for autism in children and teens
This trial tests whether omega-3 supplements can help children and teens with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). It aims to see if taking omega-3 improves core symptoms like social communication and behavior.
Taichung, TaichungAges 6–17 - NCT06855446Recruiting
Robot games for children with autism
This trial is testing whether playing interactive games with a social robot can help children with autism. The robot is designed to be friendly and engaging, which may help improve social skills.
MilanAges 1.5 years–6 years - NCT07316387Enrolling by invitation
Painkiller exposure in pregnancy and child development
This study follows up on children whose mothers were in the COPANA project to see if prenatal exposure to mild painkillers affects neurobehavioral development in toddlers and preschoolers.
CopenhagenAges 2–6 - NCT05989685Recruiting
Autism camouflaging questionnaire study for teens
This study is testing a new questionnaire designed to measure how much people with autism 'camouflage' or hide their autistic traits. It aims to better understand this behavior in teens and young adults.
HamburgAges 13–21 - NCT05470088Recruiting
MRI study of people with autism, their relatives, and controls
This study uses an MRI scan to better understand brain differences in people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and compares them with their relatives and people without ASD. It mainly helps researchers connect brain findings with genetics and background health information.
Gif-sur-YvetteAges 2 years+ - NCT07278544Recruiting
Communication preference study for challenging behavior
This study looks at how people with intellectual or developmental disabilities communicate and how their communication preferences can help reduce challenging behaviors. It may help find better ways to support those who do not use spoken language.
Athens, GeorgiaAges 2–90 - NCT07261826Recruiting
Long-term effects of fecal microbiota transplant
This study looks at how well fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) works over time and checks its safety. If you have received at least one FMT for a qualifying condition, you may be able to participate.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 3 years+ - NCT06116552Recruiting
Social understanding study for autistic children
This study looks at how autistic children ages 9 to 12 understand social situations. It aims to compare understanding of social interactions that involve more or less information to help improve future support.
Lawrence, KansasAges 9–12 - NCT07222982Recruiting
Social groups for autistic young adults
This study tests whether a social group program helps autistic young adults make friends and feel more connected. If you are 18–30, have a high school diploma, and can travel to Philadelphia each week, you may be able to join.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–30 - NCT07194083Recruiting
Study on a treatment for wandering in children with autism
This trial tests a function-based treatment to reduce elopement (wandering away) in children with autism. It may help if your child wanders regularly and you are looking for a behavioral approach.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 4–12 - NCT07188870Recruiting
Autistic traits and feeding difficulties in young children
This study looks at how autistic traits relate to feeding problems in children aged 1.5 to 6 years. It invites both children with autism, those showing signs, and typically developing kids to help understand these connections.
BudapestAges 1.5 years–6 years - NCT07182331Enrolling by invitation
Brain Stimulation and Sensory Training for Children with Autism
This study tests a non-invasive brain stimulation method combined with sensory activities to help children with autism. The goal is to see if this approach can improve how they process sensory information.
AlmatyAges 6–12 - NCT07168941Recruiting
New approach to improve mobility for people with disabilities
This study is testing a new approach to help people with disabilities improve their mobility and daily functioning. It may be a good fit if you live in the US, speak English, and are in good mental health.
East Hanover, New JerseyAges 18–65 - NCT07166978Recruiting
Helping autistic kids feel calm at the dentist with stories
This study tests if using a special story (a social story) before and during dental visits can help autistic preschool children feel more comfortable and cooperate better. If it works, it could make trips to the dentist less stressful for kids and parents.
Hong KongAges 3–7
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for autism spectrum disorder?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 313 recruiting autism spectrum 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 spectrum 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 spectrum 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.
Related conditions
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