Benign familial nocturnal alternating hemiplegia of childhood
MONDO:0016209Benign nocturnal alternating hemiplegia of childhood is a rare neurologic disease characterized by recurrent attacks of nocturnal screaming or crying followed or accompanied by unilateral or sometimes bilateral hemiplegia. Disorder is not associated with neurological or developmental impairments but may be associated with mild behavioral abnormalities.
Also known as: benign familial nocturnal alternating hemiplegia in childhood, benign nocturnal alternating hemiplegia of childhood
23 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Can an iPad game spot autism early?
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether an iPad game (Play.Care) could help diagnose autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in children aged 2.5 to 5 years. The game measures how children move while playing, since movement differences may be early signs of autism. Researchers compared the game's resul…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Strathclyde • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New program aims to help siblings of chronically ill children
Symptom relief CompletedThis completed trial tested a 5-session group program for siblings and parents of children with chronic illness. The goal was to improve sibling mental health, family communication, and quality of life. 288 families participated, with some receiving the program immediately and ot…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Oslo • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:43 UTC
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Could hidden nerve damage explain pain in kids with developmental delays?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at whether children with neurodevelopmental disorders (like mitochondrial disease, cerebral palsy, or developmental delay) have fewer small nerve fibers in their skin, which could cause pain. Researchers took small skin biopsies from 203 children—some …
Sponsor: Heinrich-Heine University, Duesseldorf • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New screening tool aims to spot suicide risk in kids with autism
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a set of questions to better identify suicide risk in young people aged 8–17 with autism or other neurodevelopmental disorders. Researchers asked 278 participants and their parents about thoughts of self-harm and understanding of death. The goal was to create a …
Sponsor: National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC