Brain zaps boost social skills in autism trial

NCT ID NCT05371912

First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study tested a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called rTMS in 16 people with autism spectrum disorder. The goal was to see if it could improve social awareness and reduce repetitive behaviors. Participants received the stimulation and their social and cognitive skills were measured before and after.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Mitra Assadi

    Newark, Delaware, 19713, United States

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