Can virtual reality help adults with autism connect better?

NCT ID NCT06438536

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: University Hospital Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests a new virtual reality program designed to help adults with autism improve their social skills and daily functioning. 140 participants will either receive the VR training plus usual care, or usual care alone, for 3 months. Researchers will measure changes in social responsiveness and quality of life at 3 and 6 months.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Virtual reality-based social cognitive training combined with cognitive behavioral therapy
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a new, engaging way to help adults with autism improve social skills and quality of life.
What could go wrong: This is a relatively small, early-stage trial. The virtual reality training may not be more effective than standard care, and results may not apply to everyone with autism.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

autism spectrum disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER

Contacts and locations

Locations

Copenhagen Research Centre for Mental Health (CORE), Mental Health Centre Copenhagen, Mental Health Services in the Capital Region, Denmark

Copenhagen, Hellerup, 2900, Denmark

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