Brain scans reveal overlap in social thinking in autism and schizophrenia

NCT ID NCT07618767

Ongoing Knowledge-focused Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study uses brain scans and behavioral data from 267 adults (80 with autism, 79 with schizophrenia, and 108 healthy controls) to explore shared brain activity patterns related to social thinking. No new treatments are given; researchers analyze existing data to understand how social difficulties may arise from similar brain mechanisms in both conditions.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to: If successful, this could help researchers better understand the brain mechanisms behind social challenges in autism and schizophrenia, potentially guiding future treatments.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study using existing data, not a clinical trial testing a new treatment. It may not lead to direct patient benefits or new therapies.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

autism spectrum disorder schizophrenia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER SCHIZOPHRENIA

Contacts and locations

Locations

National Taiwan University Hospital

Taipei, 100, Taiwan

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