Could magnetic pulses to the brain help kids with ADHD and autism?

NCT ID NCT07315217

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Assiut University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called rTMS can reduce symptoms of ADHD and autism in children and teens aged 6-19. Participants will receive either real or sham (fake) stimulation over three weeks. The goal is to see if it is safe and if it improves symptoms like inattention or social difficulties.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a non-drug treatment option for ADHD and autism symptoms in children.
What could go wrong: This is an early, small trial (80 participants) testing safety and feasibility. The results may not apply to all children, and the sham group helps check for placebo effects.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, inattentive type attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder autism autism spectrum disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ADHD AUTISM BRAIN STIMULATION CORTICAL EXCITABILITY

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