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Talking therapy shows promise for calming outbursts in kids with autism
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis small pilot study at Yale University is testing a modified form of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for children with autism and intellectual disability who struggle with irritability, tantrums, and aggression. Up to 6 children aged with an IQ between 55 and 85 will receiv…
Matched conditions: INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Horse therapy shows promise for kids with intellectual disabilities
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looks at whether a program involving horseback riding and horse care can help school-age children with intellectual disabilities. Researchers will measure stress (using heart rate, oxygen levels, and skin responses), balance, and daily living skills in 60 children. The…
Matched conditions: INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad Pontificia Comillas • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Can a simple test track ADHD med effects in kids with intellectual disability?
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether a set of thinking and memory tests can detect changes caused by a stimulant medication in children aged 6 to 17 who have both intellectual disability and ADHD. About 68 participants will receive either the medication or a placebo, then switch after a b…
Matched conditions: INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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New study tests two ways to empower parents of kids with intellectual disabilities
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study compares two programs for parents of teens and young adults (ages 11-27) with intellectual or developmental disabilities. One program teaches parents how to advocate for their child's health, while the other connects them with other parents for shared learning. Researc…
Matched conditions: INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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AI tablet rehab gets a Kid-Friendly makeover
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study works with children aged 7 to 16 who have borderline intellectual disorder, their families, and experts to improve a tablet-based AI program that helps with thinking and language skills. Researchers are collecting feedback through interviews and workshops to make the p…
Matched conditions: INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY
Sponsor: Samsung Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Vision training may boost brain and body health in intellectual disability
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to see if a 16-week perceptual-vision training program could improve thinking skills (like focus) and physical fitness (balance, strength, agility) in adults aged 40-70 with mild intellectual disability. Participants were to be split into training, training-then-…
Matched conditions: INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Università degli Studi dell'Insubria • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Vagus nerve study for autism withdrawn before starting
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study planned to test vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) in children and adults with autism and developmental disabilities to see if it could improve behavior, thinking, and body rhythms. Participants would have chosen 1 to 3 months of daily VNS and completed monthly check-ins. T…
Matched conditions: INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: New York State Institute for Basic Research • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Can a walking program with text reminders and social support boost health in adults with intellectual disabilities?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a program called We Walk Plus, which uses a Fitbit activity tracker, personalized text messages, and a private social network to encourage walking in 46 adults aged 35-60 with mild or moderate intellectual disabilities. The goal is to see if the program is feasib…
Matched conditions: INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Illinois at Chicago • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC