Could magnetic pulses ease depression in autism? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT06670040

First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called accelerated theta burst stimulation (aTBS) can safely reduce symptoms of depression in people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Researchers will compare the active treatment to a sham (placebo) procedure in 24 participants aged 13 to 26. The goal is to see if this approach offers a new way to ease depression that hasn't responded to other treatments.

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Locations

  • Cincinnati Childrens Hospital Medical Center

    Cincinnati, Ohio, 45224, United States

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