Brain zaps may boost social skills in autism, small study hints
NCT ID NCT05371912
First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated Jun 17, 2026 · Updated 28 times
Summary
This study tested whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called rTMS could help improve social awareness and reduce repetitive behaviors in 16 adults with autism spectrum disorder. Participants received rTMS and were assessed using standard questionnaires. The goal was to see if this approach could ease core autism symptoms, offering a potential alternative to medications.
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Mitra Assadi
Newark, Delaware, 19713, United States
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