Genetic and environmental causes of autism study
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how genes and environment might cause autism. If you have autism or autism-like traits, or if you are a healthy person without any psychiatric or neurological condition, you may be able to join.
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Who can take part
- You have autism (diagnosed) or strong autism traits, OR you are a healthy person without psychiatric or neurological disorders.
- You can give consent (if 18+), or have a parent or guardian who can (if under 18).
- You don't have severe mental health conditions like schizophrenia.
- You don't have known genetic syndromes like Down syndrome or Fragile X syndrome.
- You haven't had gene/cell therapy, frequent blood transfusions, or bone marrow transplants.
- You don't have severe communication or behavior problems that would make the study hard to do.
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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