Brain scans reveal why kids with autism struggle to imitate

NCT ID NCT03423160

First seen May 01, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 5 times

Summary

This study looks at why children with autism have trouble imitating others' actions. About 200 children aged 8 to 12 will watch videos of gestures and try to copy them while their brain activity is recorded with EEG. The goal is to understand where the imitation process breaks down, which could help improve therapies.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Kennedy Krieger Institute

    Baltimore, Maryland, 21205, United States

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