New approach aims to help kids with autism communicate better and reduce dangerous behaviors

NCT ID NCT05918393

First seen Mar 18, 2026 · Last updated Jun 17, 2026 · Updated 18 times

Summary

This study looked at new ways to help children with autism who also have severe destructive behaviors, like aggression or self-harm. The goal was to make communication therapy more flexible and prevent bad behaviors from coming back when therapy is interrupted. Nine children aged 5 to 13 took part, and researchers measured how well they communicated and how often problem behaviors occurred.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • SUNY Upstate Medical University

    Syracuse, New York, 13210, United States

Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

autism autism spectrum disorder Problem Behavior

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