Can a talking therapy ease anxiety in autistic toddlers?
NCT ID NCT06221176
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study is testing a behavioral therapy called 'Being Brave' to help reduce anxiety in autistic children aged 3 to 6. The therapy involves 16 weekly sessions with parents and children, using visual aids and practice exercises. Researchers will also look at biological markers to see if they can predict which children improve. The goal is to better understand how to treat anxiety in this young group.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Being Brave cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) program
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward a personalized way to treat anxiety in young autistic children, using biomarkers to predict who will benefit most.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early-stage study with only 25 participants and no control group. Results may not apply to all children, and the therapy may not reduce anxiety for everyone.
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Boston Children's Hospital, Two Brookline Place
RECRUITINGBrookline, Massachusetts, 02445, United States
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