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Can a simple app boost language in kids with autism?

NCT ID NCT07299175

Symptom relief Sponsor: Ain Shams University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested a tablet application called Mental Imagery Therapy for Autism (MITA) in 150 children aged 2 to 8 with autism. The goal was to see if using the app could improve their language, sociability, and cognitive awareness. Researchers measured changes using standard checklists. The app is designed to be an easy-to-use, low-cost tool to help bridge the therapy gap.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
Mental Imagery Therapy for Autism (MITA) application
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a low-cost, accessible tablet-based therapy to help children with autism improve language and social skills.
What could go wrong
This is a single-center study with no control group, so results may not be generalizable. The app may not work for all children or replace standard therapies.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Participants

150 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Oct 2021

Finished

May 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

A sample of Children with ASD who were diagnosed by Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-V) criteria.

Ages

8 to 8 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Age: 2 year to 8 years. 2. Both sexes 3. Diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders Exclusion Criteria: * A history of other developmental disorders or neuropsychiatric disease.

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Conditions

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autism spectrum disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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Autism spectrum disorder

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ain Shams University

    Cairo, Egypt

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