Brain scans reveal how stress relief rewires autism brains
NCT ID NCT04017793
First seen Jan 16, 2026 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 17 times
Summary
This study looked at how mindfulness and relaxation classes affect the brains of 108 adults with autism. Participants took 8 weekly classes, either in mindfulness or general stress reduction. Researchers used brain scans and surveys to see if feeling less stressed changes brain activity and emotional awareness.
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Arizona State University
Tempe, Arizona, 85281, United States
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