Brain stimulation therapy for children with autism
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests a new brain stimulation therapy (called NeuroCytotron) to see if it helps children with autism who have some verbal communication. The goal is to help the brain form new connections and improve symptoms.
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Who can take part
- Your child is between 3 and 12 years old.
- Your child has been diagnosed with autism (level 1 or 2) and has at least some spoken language.
- Your child's medications have not changed in the last 4 weeks.
- Your child does not have uncontrolled epilepsy or major brain conditions like tumors, abnormal blood vessels, or recent stroke.
- Your child has not had any other autism treatments or therapy in the last 6 months.
- Your child does not have any metal implants (like pacemakers or cochlear implants) that could be affected by the therapy.
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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