Brain activity study aims to unlock imitation challenges in autism
NCT ID NCT03423160
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at why children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have trouble imitating others. Researchers will have 201 children aged 8 to 12 perform imitation tasks while recording brain activity with EEG. The goal is to pinpoint where the breakdown happens, which could improve therapies that rely on imitation.
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 design better therapies for children with autism by targeting specific imitation difficulties.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not lead to direct benefits, and results may not apply to all children with autism.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Kennedy Krieger Institute
Baltimore, Maryland, 21205, United States
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