Family talk therapy may rewire social brain in autism, study hints

NCT ID NCT07246395

First seen Nov 28, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 24 times

Summary

This study looks at whether a type of talk therapy called narrative family therapy can improve family life and brain function in families of children with autism. About 63 families will either receive the therapy or play special games designed to reflect family dynamics. Researchers will use brain scans and body sensors to measure changes in social thinking and stress levels.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Institute for Nuclear Sciences Applied to Health (ICNAS), University of Coimbra

    Coimbra, Portugal

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