Helping kids with autism sleep better by treating insomnia
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
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.
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Who can take part
- Your child is 6 to 12 years old
- Your child has autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and ongoing sleep trouble (insomnia)
- Your child has an IQ score in the verbal range of 70 or higher (from prior testing)
- A parent or legal guardian lives with the child and can read and understand English at about a 5th-grade level
- You must be able to follow study steps, including random assignment (like chance-based group placement)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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