Clinical trials
Autism clinical trials
Below are recruiting autism clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 369 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05916430Recruiting
Screening autism risk in 9-month-old infants
This trial checks how 8- to 10-month-old babies visually engage with people, which may help screen for autism risk earlier. It may help by improving early identification, especially for families who want screening done in a research setting.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 8 months–10 months - NCT05880225Recruiting
Rhythm play training for autistic toddlers
This study tests whether reciprocal play and music rhythm activities can help autistic toddlers better respond to social interaction and timing. It is designed for young children and may offer structured, parent-friendly activities as part of the training.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 1.5 years–3 years - NCT05884853Recruiting
Social brain training for adults with autism
This study tests a brain training program for adults with autism to see if it improves social skills. It may help participants understand social situations better.
Taipei, Zhongzheng Dist.Ages 18–50 - NCT05875376Recruiting
Couple program for adults with autism
This study tests a new program designed to help couples where one partner has Autism Spectrum Disorder or high autistic traits. It focuses on improving communication and relationship skills through a series of sessions.
TaipeiAges 20–60 - NCT05857813Recruiting
Social skills group training for teens with autism
This trial tests a structured social skills training group for adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to improve day-to-day social functioning. It involves both the teen and a Chinese-speaking caregiver who helps support the training at home.
TaipeiAges 11–20 - NCT05829161Recruiting
Studying autism and typical brain/sensory patterns in people 12–40
This study looks at differences in “sensory” (how you experience sounds, touch, and other sensations) between people with autism and people without autism. The results may help researchers understand autism better and improve support in the future.
TaipeiAges 1.5 years+ - NCT05754073RecruitingPhase 2
Oxytocin to improve bone health in children with autism
This Phase 2 study tests whether oxytocin can help improve bone health in children and teens with autism spectrum disorder. It also checks safety by monitoring symptoms and doing blood tests and imaging.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 6–18 - 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 - NCT05551728Recruiting
Autism coaching for caregivers of young children
This study tests a caregiver coaching program to help parents or guardians support a young child with autism. It aims to improve day-to-day skills using structured sessions delivered over time.
Cape Town, West CapeAges 1.5 years–6 years - NCT05590715Recruiting
Study of autism details using health records
This observational study looks at different groups of people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) using existing medical records and caregiver reports. It may help researchers better understand what different autistic subgroups need, without giving an experimental treatment.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 12–65 - NCT05494398Enrolling by invitationPhase 2/Phase 3
Testing N-acetylcysteine for autism symptoms
This study looks at whether N-acetylcysteine (NAC), a supplement/medication, can help autism-related symptoms by trying to target brain chemistry. You may be able to join if you previously took part in a related NAC study and can keep your usual medications steady.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 3–13 - NCT05419895Recruiting
Early autism screening follow-up after a high-risk test score
This study looks at an “early diagnostic response” approach for toddlers who screen high-risk for autism. It aims to help families get timely follow-up and evaluation based on screening results.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 1.3 years–3 years - NCT05398250Enrolling by invitation
Comparing brief suicide prevention tools for autistic youth
This study compares two short suicide-prevention approaches for autistic youth. The goal is to see which approach works better and is easier for routine care to use.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 12–99 - NCT04727489Recruiting
Study genes in autism and related conditions using blood samples
This study looks for genetic reasons for autism by collecting blood samples from people with autism, people without autism, and their relatives. The results may help researchers better understand causes and risk factors, even if you only participate through testing a sample.
Grenoble, GrenobleAges 2–70 - NCT05236803Recruiting
Assessing motor problems in autistic children
This study aims to better understand how motor skills (movement and coordination) work in children with autism spectrum disorder. It uses an assessment approach to help researchers understand what motor difficulties look like, which may improve future evaluations and support.
BordeauxAges 6–11 - NCT05171244Recruiting
Virtual reality training for kids with autism
This study tests whether immersive virtual reality (VR) training can improve how children with autism process different sensory information (like sights and sounds). It will compare children who do the VR training with another group as part of a pilot study at a child psychiatry center.
Tours, ToursAges 8–16 - 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 - NCT04936009Recruiting
Brain stimulation study for adults with autism
This study tests whether transcranial magnetic stimulation (a non-surgical brain stimulation) can affect brain activity and learning in adults, including some autistic adults. You may also do EEG and eye-tracking tasks during the study.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18–40 - NCT04972136Recruiting
Brain stimulation treatment for depression in young adults with autism
This trial studies a noninvasive brain stimulation (rTMS) to help reduce depression symptoms in young adults who have autism. It aims to find out if this treatment can improve mood and daily functioning without requiring recent changes to medications.
Toronto, OntarioAges 16–35 - NCT04798274Recruiting
Brain wiring study in autism using safe hearing tasks
This study looks at how a brain chemical related to calming signals (“GABA”) may affect how people process sounds in autism. The goal is to understand brain function during hearing tasks, which could help guide future treatments.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 11–25 - NCT04805957Enrolling by invitation
Check brain and behavior markers during sulforaphane in autism
This study tests whether “digital biomarkers” (measurable signs from digital devices) change during treatment with sulforaphane, which is found in certain broccoli extracts. It may help researchers better understand which signals track response in young men with autism.
Piscataway, New JerseyAges 13–30 - NCT04446442Recruiting
Brain stimulation study for children with autism symptoms
This study tests a noninvasive brain stimulation approach (through the scalp) to see if it can help children with autism spectrum disorder. Families may be asked about the child’s development, communication level, and medical history to make sure the treatment is safe.
Dallas, TexasAges 4–17 - NCT04278898RecruitingPhase 2
N-acetylcysteine to reduce repetitive behaviors in children with autism
This Phase 2 study tests whether a single dose of N-acetylcysteine can improve “restricted and repetitive behaviors” in children with autism. It’s meant for kids who are stable and still in early puberty stages.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 3–12 - NCT04322734Recruiting
Blood tests study immune and metabolism markers in neurodevelopment
This study looks for biological “signals” in blood—related to the immune system and metabolism—to better understand conditions like autism and other brain or development-related disorders. It may help researchers find markers that could guide future diagnosis or treatment.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges Up to 18 years
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for autism?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 369 recruiting autism 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 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 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
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.