Can melatonin fix sleep problems in autism? new study investigates brain waves
NCT ID NCT05716906
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether melatonin, a common sleep aid, can improve sleep spindles—special brain waves that help with sleep and attention—in 30 children with autism aged 12-18. Researchers want to understand why sleep and sensory issues happen in autism and test if melatonin can help. The study uses a portable EEG device to measure brain activity during sleep.
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Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States
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