Exercise training for children with autism
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests if a structured exercise program can help children with autism improve core symptoms, thinking skills, and brain function. It may offer a new way to support your child's development.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Your child is between 3 and 9 years old.
- Your child has a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) from a major hospital.
- Your child has normal or mildly delayed intellectual ability.
- Your child does not have serious behavioral or emotional issues.
- Your child can communicate simply and ask and answer basic questions.
- Your child can say when they need to use the toilet.
- Your child has no physical problems that would stop them from exercising.
- Your child has not been doing regular exercise in the last 6 months.
- Parental consent is required.
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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