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Can virtual reality boost thinking skills in kids with autism?

NCT ID NCT07818538

Symptom relief Sponsor: Biruni University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Sep 14, 2026 · Last updated Sep 15, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

Researchers are testing whether occupational therapy that uses virtual reality can improve cognitive skills, daily performance, and motivation in children with autism. The study includes 32 children aged 6 to 12 with autism level 1. Half receive virtual reality-supported cognitive-focused occupational therapy once a week for 8 weeks, while the other half receive standard structured occupational therapy. Researchers measure thinking skills, occupational performance, and motivation before and after the program.

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Active substance
Virtual reality-supported cognitive-focused occupational therapy
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a more engaging way to help children with autism build attention, memory, and planning skills during therapy.
What could go wrong
The study is small, with 32 children, and compares two forms of occupational therapy rather than testing a new drug. Any benefits may be modest or may not last beyond the 8-week program.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

32 people

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Started

Aug 2026

Expected to finish

Oct 2026

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

6 to 12 years

Sex

Anyone

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Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: Aged between 6 and 12 years. Diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Level 1 according to DSM-5 diagnostic criteria. Able to stand and ambulate independently. Able to follow basic instructions and interact within a virtual environment. Voluntary participation of the child and/or legal guardian in the study and provision of written informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: History of epilepsy. Presence of vestibular system disorders or complaints of vertigo. Presence of severe cardiovascular disorders. Inability to use the virtual reality application due to severe visual impairment. Diagnosis of a severe neurological or psychiatric disorder other than Autism Spectrum Disorder. Having a condition that may require medical treatment or a different intervention during the study period. Inability to understand the virtual reality experience or appropriately follow instructions. Demonstrating difficulties in cooperation at a level that prevents the implementation of the SmartPose system.

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Conditions

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autism spectrum disorder autism spectrum disorder 1

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Autism spectrum disorder

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Istanbul Medipol University

    Kadıköy, Istanbul, 34720, Turkey (Türkiye)

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