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Horse therapy shows promise for kids with intellectual disabilities
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looks at whether a program involving horses (equine therapy) can help school-aged children with intellectual disabilities feel less stressed and become more independent. About 60 children will take part in 30-minute horse riding and care sessions. Researchers will meas…
Matched conditions: INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad Pontificia Comillas • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:02 UTC
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Can a tablet test track how stimulants help kids with intellectual disability?
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether a set of thinking and attention tests can measure 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…
Matched conditions: INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:54 UTC
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New therapy aims to tame tantrums in kids with autism
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis small pilot study tests a modified form of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for children with autism and mild intellectual disability who struggle with irritability, tantrums, and aggression. Up to 6 children will receive therapy sessions designed to be simpler and more vi…
Matched conditions: INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC
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Nerve stimulation study for autism pulled before start
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study was designed to test whether vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) could help children and adults with autism and developmental disabilities. Researchers planned to measure changes in behavior, thinking, and daily rhythms after 1 to 3 months of treatment. However, the study wa…
Matched conditions: INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: New York State Institute for Basic Research • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:54 UTC
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Can a walking program boost brain health in adults with intellectual disabilities?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether a walking program using activity trackers and social networking is practical and helpful for older adults (ages 35-60) with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities. The goal is to see if it increases daily steps and improves thinking skills. Participan…
Matched conditions: INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Illinois at Chicago • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New study tests which parent support program boosts health for families of teens with 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 advocacy skills, the other connects parents with peers for shared learning. Researchers will measure changes in parent confiden…
Matched conditions: INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:03 UTC