Can melatonin improve sleep and brain rhythms in autism?
NCT ID NCT05716906
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 26 times
Summary
This study looks at how melatonin, a common sleep aid, affects sleep spindles—brain waves linked to sleep quality and attention—in 30 children with autism aged 12-18. Researchers aim to understand if melatonin boosts these brain rhythms and improves sleep. The goal is to identify new targets for treating sleep problems in autism.
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Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States
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