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Can teens with autism wear smart gadgets? study finds out

NCT ID NCT07504224

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Rady Pediatric Genomics & Systems Medicine Institute Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study looked at whether teenagers with autism spectrum disorder can comfortably wear different types of wearable devices—like wristbands, headbands, patches, or rings—for two weeks. Forty teens and their caregivers participated, answering questions and wearing the device as part of their daily routine. The goal was not to treat autism, but to find out which device types are most practical and acceptable for this group.

What this could mean

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Active substance
wearable device (wristband, headband, adhesive patch, or finger ring)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help design better wearable devices that are comfortable and easy for teens with autism to use, potentially enabling future health monitoring.
What could go wrong
This is a small feasibility study with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to all teens with autism. It does not test any health benefits or treatments.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

40 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jul 2024

Finished

Jan 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

13 to 17 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Provision of signed and dated informed consent and assent forms * Stated willingness to comply with all study procedures * Stated availability for the duration of the study * Parent provided diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder confirmed via formalized assessment Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of acute psychiatric symptoms, such as: 1. Suicidal ideation (SI) 2. Homicidal ideation (HI) During the prescreening call, the researcher will ask the prospective adolescent participant, "Do you have thoughts of harming yourself or others?" and if yes, the researcher will contact the PI and contact 911 depending on acuity of situation.

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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 Wearable device feasibility Wearable devices

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Rady Children's Hospital, San Diego

    San Diego, California, 92123, United States

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