Social skills training and brain imaging in teens with autism
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how social thinking and social skills training affect the brain in teens with autism, compared with teens with other severe mental health conditions and typically developing teens. It may help researchers understand what drives social difficulties and what could improve social functioning.
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Who can take part
- You (or your teen) are age 12–18
- You have autism spectrum disorder (or another specified psychosis-related condition), or you’re a typically developing teen control
- You must be able to complete IQ testing and score 70 or higher for full ability and verbal ability
- You can take part in an MRI brain scan safely (no metal implants/unsafe metal history; braces/retainers only if removable)
- You can complete autism or psychosis evaluations with study assessors before starting training or scanning
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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