Clinical trials
Autism spectrum disorder clinical trials
A developmental condition affecting communication and behavior. We’re tracking 329 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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 - 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 - 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 - NCT06309251Recruiting
Ketogenic diet for children with epilepsy or other conditions
This trial studies how well a ketogenic diet works for children with hard-to-treat epilepsy or certain other diseases. It aims to see if the diet improves quality of life.
Milan, MIAges Up to 18 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 - NCT06380569Recruiting
A strength-based program for job interview skills (ages 14-26)
This study tests a program that helps young adults build on their strengths to improve job interview skills in community settings. It aims to see if focusing on what you're good at can boost confidence and performance in interviews.
East Hanover, New JerseyAges 14–26 - 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 - 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+ - NCT06506097Recruiting
Parent-school help for young kids with social challenges
This study tests a program that helps teachers and families work together to support preschool children who have social or communication difficulties. It may help your child build better skills at school and at home.
Denton, TexasAges 2–6 - NCT06529380Recruiting
Brain stimulation for severe self-harm in children with autism
This study tests whether deep brain stimulation can reduce severe self-injurious behaviors in children with autism. If standard treatments haven't worked, this approach may offer a new option.
Toronto, OntarioAges 5–17 - 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 - NCT06593613Recruiting
RUBI program for autistic adults and their parents
This trial tests a program called RUBI for autistic adults who have mild to moderate challenging behaviors like outbursts or verbal aggression. You and your parent will attend sessions together to learn new skills.
Jupiter, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT05803343Recruiting
Testing added benefits of including dogs for autism emotion control
This study tests whether adding dogs to therapy or activities helps children with autism better manage strong emotions and reactions. It may help families who are concerned about emotion outbursts or difficulty regulating feelings.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 8–15 - NCT06629324RecruitingPhase 2
Bone marrow cell transplant for cerebral palsy from brain hypoxia
This trial tests whether transplanting bone marrow cells can help children with spastic cerebral palsy caused by a lack of oxygen to the brain. It may improve movement and daily function.
HanoiAges 1–10 - NCT06651086Recruiting
Executive functioning help for children in therapy
This study tests a new way to help children with executive functioning challenges (like planning and staying organized) in therapy. It's for kids ages 6-12, with or without autism, who are getting therapy at publicly funded clinics.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 6–99 - NCT06661369Recruiting
Comparing therapy methods for children with autism
This study compares two ways of giving therapy (alone or in a group) to children with mild-to-moderate autism. It tests whether one approach helps more with sensory and motor skills.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 4–12 - NCT06673732Recruiting
Muscle therapy and cycling for toe walking in autism
This study tests whether muscle relaxation techniques (with or without stationary cycling) can help autistic children who walk on their toes. The goal is to improve walking patterns.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 4–10 - NCT06677840Recruiting
Probiotics and the gut-brain connection in autism
This study looks at how the gut and brain are linked in children with autism. It tests whether probiotics can help improve behavior and symptoms by studying the bacteria in the gut.
TaipeiAges 4–15 - NCT06723301Recruiting
Chatbot for parents of children with autism
This study tests a chatbot assistant to help parents of children with autism improve their problem-solving skills. It is designed for primary caregivers who can read and communicate in Chinese.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT06757504RecruitingPhase 2
Testing TTYP01 tablets for autism in kids and teens
This study tests an investigational tablet (TTYP01) to see if it can help adolescents and children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The goal is to find out if the drug improves symptoms and is safe for this age group.
BeijingAges 6–16 - 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 - 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 - NCT06829303Recruiting
Brain training for social skills in autism
This study tests a brain-computer interface training program designed to help people with autism better understand social cues and monitor their own mistakes. The goal is to improve social thinking and self-awareness through non-invasive brain training.
CoimbraAges 16–55 - 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
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for autism spectrum disorder?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 329 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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