Neurodevelopmental disorders

This study compares a special program called COPCA with standard physical therapy and parent education for infants under 12 months who are at risk of developmental disorders. About 40 families will take part, with some receiving in-person or online COPCA coaching, others getting …

This study tests a 16-week inclusive exercise program called PACE for adults with intellectual disability. Participants will attend fitness classes, meet with coaches, and use a web dashboard to set goals. The trial includes 376 people and will measure daily steps and moderate-to…

Researchers test whether an AI chatbot called Pai.ACT can help parents of young children with neurodevelopmental disorders like autism and ADHD. The chatbot delivers acceptance and commitment therapy, a type of talk therapy, and adapts its exercises to each parent's needs. The tr…

This pilot trial is testing whether a school-based program called the Melillo Method is practical and acceptable for children aged 8 and older who struggle with behavior and learning. The program combines sensory stimulation, rhythm exercises, and coordination activities in small…

This trial tests whether using a weighted blanket at night and during the day can improve sleep in children aged 5-12 with ADHD who still have sleep problems despite standard care. Half the children will receive a weighted blanket, while the other half gets a non-weighted sham bl…

This trial tests whether sertraline, a widely used antidepressant, can reduce anxiety in children and teens aged 8 to 17 with neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism, ADHD, Fragile X syndrome, and Tourette syndrome. Participants receive either sertraline or a placebo for seve…

This study tests a new approach called ENGAGE, where children with disabilities (like autism or cerebral palsy) help set their own therapy goals. About 96 kids aged 5-12 and their therapists will be split into two groups: one using ENGAGE and the other using usual therapy. Resear…

This study tests whether immersive virtual reality (VR) therapy can improve cognitive, motor, and social skills in children aged 8 to 18 with ADHD, autism, or cerebral palsy. Participants will use the CAREN VR system, which provides interactive exercises with visual, sound, and t…

Researchers in Guangzhou, China, are following 20,000 pregnant women and their children to study how the mix of bacteria in the mother's body during pregnancy and in the baby's gut early in life relates to health outcomes later on. The study tracks conditions such as obesity, ast…

Researchers want to know if breathing patterns recorded while premature babies are in the neonatal intensive care unit relate to asthma, sleep-disordered breathing, and neurodevelopmental problems at preschool age. The study follows up to 500 children born before 29 weeks of preg…

This study follows 1,000 children in Malawi, aged 4 to 8, whose mothers either chewed xylitol gum during pregnancy or did not. Researchers will compare brain development, thinking skills, and emotional behavior between the two groups. They will also test a low-cost assessment too…

This study aims to better understand GEMIN5-related neurodevelopmental disorder, an ultra-rare genetic condition. Researchers will review medical records and follow participants over time to track developmental milestones, brain changes, vision, hearing, and survival. The goal is…

This study creates a large registry of people with Rett syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that causes severe intellectual and physical disabilities. Researchers will collect information from doctors and caregivers to understand how the disease progresses over time. The goal is to…

This study is testing a digital platform called the Genetics Navigator to see if it can reduce distress for people undergoing genetic testing. The platform provides education, counseling, and management recommendations. Researchers will compare it to standard care in 170 adults a…

This study follows 1,200 families who already have a child with autism (high-risk group) and 500 families from the general population (low-risk group) starting from early pregnancy. Researchers collect biological samples and survey data to explore how genetics, environment, diet,…

This study looks at how the brain responds to sensory inputs like sight and sound in 200 children and adults, some with neurodevelopmental disorders (NDD) and some without. Participants will have EEG recordings during sensory tasks, complete behavioral tests, and practice percept…

This pilot study will screen 150 homeless adults in French shelters for autism, ADHD, and intellectual disability using interviews and questionnaires. The goal is to find out how many have these conditions, which may have contributed to their homelessness. Results could help tail…

This study looks at whether epidural pain relief given to mothers during childbirth has any effect on their child's brain development up to 24 months of age. Researchers will follow thousands of first-time mothers and their babies, comparing those who received epidural analgesia …

This study follows 180 infants who had COVID-19 around birth to see if the infection affects hormone levels and development. Researchers focus on a temporary hormone surge called minipuberty, which is important for growth. By measuring hormones and developmental milestones, they …

This study looks at whether brain wave tests (EEG) done before and after heart surgery in babies under 1 year old can predict later learning or behavior problems, such as autism or ADHD. About 50 infants will be followed to age 2. The goal is to find early warning signs so that c…

This study looks at medical records of 1000 children with conditions like autism, epilepsy, and Down syndrome to find common biological patterns. Researchers want to understand what causes these disorders and how children respond to treatments. The goal is to improve diagnosis an…

This study aims to better understand how children aged 8 to 16 with neurodevelopmental disorders (like autism or ADHD) process social information. Researchers will use a new set of tests to measure skills like recognizing emotions and understanding others' thoughts. The goal is t…

This study looks at videos and sounds from babies to find early clues about conditions like cerebral palsy and autism. About 46 infants who were in the NICU will have their movements and cries recorded at home. Researchers hope to identify patterns that could lead to earlier dete…

This study looks at how a 2-week, personalized therapy program helps children aged 4-12 with conditions like cerebral palsy, autism, or genetic disorders. Kids get about 2.5 hours of tailored therapy each day, focusing on skills like movement, attention, and communication. The go…

This study looks at ways to help families show up for their scheduled appointments at clinics for autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders. Researchers will test different types of reminder messages and see if having a patient navigator call high-risk families makes a differ…

This study looks at how children and adults with Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) sense touch and body position, and how they update their body image when using tools. Researchers will compare 280 participants with and without DCD to see if sensory deficits explain motor…

This study watches how babies move in their first months to see if it predicts their development later. Researchers will video-record preterm and full-term infants and score their movements. When the children turn 18 and 36 months old, parents will fill out a questionnaire about …

This study follows 1,000 people who have certain genetic changes (hnRNP and others) that may cause developmental delays, autism, seizures, or muscle problems. Researchers collect medical records, school reports, and questionnaires to see how these gene variants affect behavior, t…

Researchers at UT Dallas are studying whether 'parentese' — the sing-song, high-pitched speech parents often use with babies — helps autistic children learn new words. The study will involve 100 children aged 18 to 59 months, with and without an autism diagnosis. Children will wa…

This study explores whether an advanced practice nurse can effectively screen for neurodevelopmental disorders (like learning or behavior problems) in children aged 1 to 5 who have congenital heart disease. Researchers will compare the nurse's screening results with a full assess…

This study tests whether a child-focused goal-setting method called ENGAGE helps children with neurodevelopmental disabilities do better in therapy. About 96 kids aged 5-12 and their therapists will be split into two groups: one using ENGAGE and one using usual care. Researchers …