AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER (ASD)

This study tested the long-term safety of cariprazine, a medication, in children and teenagers with schizophrenia, bipolar I disorder, or autism spectrum disorder. Over 300 participants took flexible doses of the medication for 52 weeks while researchers monitored for side effect…

This study investigated whether adding individualized homeopathic treatment to standard speech and occupational therapy could help children with autism. Over seven years, 54 children were randomly assigned to receive either homeopathic medicines or a placebo, while all continued …

This study tested whether a physical activity program delivered through video calls could help children with autism sleep better and reduce stress for their parents. 160 children aged 8-12 with autism and sleep difficulties participated with a parent. Families received guided exe…

This study tested two training methods to help children with autism improve their toothbrushing skills and oral health. Researchers compared watching videos of peers brushing teeth against using 3D jaw models, tracking 120 children for six months. The peer video method proved sig…

This study tested whether a medication called AB-2004 could safely reduce irritability in people with autism spectrum disorder. 156 participants with significant irritability were randomly assigned to receive either the medication or a placebo for 8 weeks. Researchers measured ch…

This study tested whether a structured physiotherapy program could help reduce stress, anxiety, and depression in children and teens with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Researchers enrolled 117 participants aged 6-18 and randoml…

This study tested whether having parents exercise with their children could help kids with autism become more physically active and improve their motor skills. It involved 40 children with autism, aged 4 to 11, and their parents. The researchers compared groups where parents and …

This study looked at whether a 10-month judo training program could improve physical fitness and psychological well-being in children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Ninety participants, aged 7-14 with and without ASD, trained together in integrated groups tw…

This small study tested whether a diet free of gluten and casein (proteins in wheat and dairy) could improve symptoms in children with autism. Researchers measured changes in gut and brain barrier markers, autism severity scores, and brain activity over 12 weeks. The goal was to …

This study aimed to understand if learning to ride a real bicycle improves planning, memory, and focus in children with autism. Researchers compared 62 children aged 8-10, having them try different cycling methods over two weeks to see which was most helpful. The goal was to figu…