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Melatonin for Autism
Study Summary
This trial will study how disrupted communication between the thalamus and cortex affects sleep, attention, and sensory sensitivities in children with autism. Sleep spindles provide a noninvasive way to assess this. Melatonin's effect on sleep spindles will also be examined.
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From 2014 Phase 2 trial • 40 Patients • NCT01114373Trial Design
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- You have long-term health conditions that make it difficult for you to sleep.You have had a serious head injury in the past that caused you to lose consciousness for a long time or have ongoing neurological problems.Your IQ score is less than 70.You have a different neurological disorder, like epilepsy or seizures.You have been diagnosed with a sleep disorder.You are currently taking melatonin or have had a bad reaction to it in the past.Both boys and girls with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).You have used drugs or alcohol excessively in the past six months, except for nicotine.You have a long-term medical condition that is not well-controlled or stable, like asthma, diabetes, cystic fibrosis, or heart disease.
- Group 1: Melatonin
- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
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Is the research program open to elderly individuals aged 85 and over?
"This trial seeks to enrol participants aged between 12 and 18. There are 225 trials available for people below the age of majority, while 42 exist specifically for those over 65 years old."
Is this research study presently recruiting participants?
"Yes, the information hosted on clinicaltrials.gov attests to this trial's active recruitment process which began January 1st 2023 and was last updated February 7th 2023. The study is searching for 30 participants in one medical centre."
Am I an appropriate candidate for this research endeavor?
"30 male and female patients with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder between the ages 12-18, who can comprehend and reply to English language questionnaires will be admitted into this trial."
What is the overall cohort size of participants involved in this research endeavor?
"Affirmative. Clinicaltrials.gov confirms that this clinical trial, which was first announced on January 1st 2023, is actively recruiting participants. 30 patients need to be gathered from a single medical site."
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