Massive study seeks families to unlock secrets of childhood brain disorders

NCT ID NCT01778504

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study aims to learn more about childhood-onset behavioral, psychiatric, and developmental disorders by observing people of all ages who have these conditions, along with their family members. Researchers will collect medical histories, perform psychiatric assessments, and may use brain imaging. The goal is to better understand the genetic links and improve future treatments.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If successful, this research could improve understanding of how these disorders run in families and lead to better treatments.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not directly benefit participants and results may take years to apply.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

autism autism spectrum disorder hereditary disease learning disability nervous system disorder neurodevelopmental disorder psychiatric disorder sleep disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • National Institutes of Health Clinical Center

    RECRUITING

    Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States

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