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Autistic Disorder clinical trials

Every US clinical trial registered for Autistic Disorder — phase mix, recruiting status, and the sponsors running them, straight from the NIH ClinicalTrials.gov registry.

28 US clinical trials · 5 currently recruiting

The research picture

Autistic Disorder has 28 registered US clinical trials, 5 of them open to new participants right now — about 18% of the total.

5
recruiting participants now
18%
of trials open to enrollment
4
in Phase 3–4 (later-stage)
3
top sponsor: Stanford University

Counts reflect the public ClinicalTrials.gov registry as last mirrored by PlainTrial. Status and phase are reported by each study's sponsor. This is reference information, not medical advice.

Active & Recent Trials

RECRUITING NA 297 participants

COMPASS Across Settings (CAST) for Improving Transition Outcomes for Students With ASD

Ball State University

NCT06309160

RECRUITING NA 188 participants

Telehealth Parent-Implemented Intervention for Young Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Hugo W. Moser Research Institute at Kennedy Krieger

NCT05176808

RECRUITING NA 180 participants

Alpha Auditory Entrainment for Cognitive Enhancement and Sensory Hypersensitivity in Youth With Developmental Disorders

Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati

NCT06227780

RECRUITING 80 participants

SQUED™ Series 28.1 Home-use and Treatment of Autowave Reverberator of Autism

American Federation of Medical Synergetics

NCT03222375

RECRUITING NA 40 participants

Randomized Clinical Trial of TUNE In 3.0: A Social/Emotional Program for Adults With Autism Spectrum Disorder

University of Pennsylvania

NCT06859918

ACTIVE NOT RECRUITING NA 200 participants

Project AFECT (Autism Family Empowerment Coaching and Training Program)

Stanford University

NCT05910502

ACTIVE NOT RECRUITING Phase 2 48 participants

Sulforaphane in a New Jersey (NJ) Population of Individuals With Autism

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

NCT02677051

COMPLETED Phase 2 479 participants

Withdrawal Study of Memantine in Pediatric Patients With Autism, Asperger's Disorder, or Pervasive Developmental Disorder Not Otherwise Specified Previously Treated With Memantine

Forest Laboratories

NCT01592747

COMPLETED 322 participants

Exome Sequencing in Autistic Spectrum Disorder

Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD)

NCT01059201

COMPLETED Phase 3 158 participants

Study of Fluoxetine in Autism

Neuropharm

NCT00515320

COMPLETED Phase 2 149 participants

Citalopram for Children With Autism and Repetitive Behavior (STAART Study 1)

Boston University

NCT00086645

COMPLETED 141 participants

A Chart Review to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of MeRT on Subjects With ASD

Wave Neuroscience

NCT02758496

COMPLETED Phase 4 96 participants

A Study of the Effectiveness and Safety of Two Doses of Risperidone in the Treatment of Children and Adolescents With Autistic Disorder

Johnson & Johnson Pharmaceutical Research & Development, L.L.C.

NCT00576732

COMPLETED NA 86 participants

Confirmatory Efficacy Trial of Cognitive Enhancement Therapy for Adult Autism Spectrum Disorder

University of Pittsburgh

NCT03170453

COMPLETED Phase 3 81 participants

Evaluating the Effectiveness of Aripiprazole and D-Cycloserine to Treat Symptoms Associated With Autism

Indiana University

NCT00198107

COMPLETED Phase 3 68 participants

D-Cycloserine and Social Skills Training in Autism Spectrum Disorders

Indiana University

NCT01086475

COMPLETED Phase 2 57 participants

Trial of Methyl B12 on Behavioral and Metabolic Measures in Children With Autism

University of California, San Francis

NCT01039792

COMPLETED NA 56 participants

An Exploratory, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study of the Medical Food Vayarin in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Enzymotec

NCT02222285

COMPLETED NA 53 participants

Pivotal Response Group Treatment for Parents of Young Children With Autism

Stanford University

NCT01881750

COMPLETED NA 48 participants

An Evaluation of a Developmentally-Based Parent Training Program for Children With Autism

Stanford University

NCT01400269

COMPLETED NA 44 participants

Services to Enhance Social Functioning in Adults With Autism Spectrum Disorders

University of Pennsylvania

NCT04788537

COMPLETED 40 participants

An Evaluation of Low Level Laser Light Therapy for Autistic Disorder 2

Erchonia Corporation

NCT04895605

COMPLETED Phase 1 36 participants

Study of Acamprosate in Autism

Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati

NCT01813318

COMPLETED Phase 2 34 participants

Donepezil HCl & Cognitive Deficits in Autism

University of Pittsburgh

NCT00047697

COMPLETED Phase 2 31 participants

A Study of Oral N-Acetylcysteine in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders

Indiana University School of Medicine

NCT00453180

COMPLETED NA 30 participants

Training Attention and Eye Movement in ASD

University of California, San Diego

NCT02403817

COMPLETED NA 15 participants

Building Social Skills With Interdisciplinary Process Drama in ASD

University of Utah

NCT03536351

COMPLETED 11 participants

A Longitudinal Study on the Safety and Efficacy for Subjects With ASD Who Received MeRT

Wave Neuroscience

NCT02746445

Phase Distribution

PhaseTrial count
Phase 1 1
Phase 2 6
Phase 3 3
Phase 4 1

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.

Reading the Autistic Disorder Trial Landscape

ClinicalTrials.gov lists 28 US studies indexed under Autistic Disorder, and 5 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 18% of the total volume on the registry. That ratio is a useful proxy for activity level: a high share of recruiting studies often signals that research interest is current and that new enrollment opportunities are appearing, while a low share typically means the field is dominated by completed or follow-up work where most participant spots have already been filled. These counts reflect the public registry only and include studies at every stage of design, so they should be read as an index of research attention rather than as a measure of treatment availability.

The phase distribution for Autistic Disorder shows 4 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 7 earlier-phase entries (Phase 1 through Phase 2). Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies focus on early safety signals, dosing, and preliminary effect, while Phase 3 studies are typically the larger efficacy and safety trials submitted toward regulatory review, and Phase 4 studies follow approved interventions in real-world use. A condition weighted toward later phases often reflects a mature research pipeline with several interventions already close to or past approval, whereas a heavier early-phase tilt suggests the field is still exploring new mechanisms and candidate approaches.

Top sponsor activity for Autistic Disorder is led by Stanford University with 3 indexed trials, alongside 9 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 28 of the most relevant recent and active entries, ordered with recruiting studies first so practical options are visible. All figures are derived from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset maintained by the National Library of Medicine and are reproduced here for reference. Inclusion of a trial, sponsor, or intervention on this page is neither an endorsement nor a recommendation — eligibility, protocol changes, and site-level status can shift frequently, so always verify current details on ClinicalTrials.gov and consult a qualified healthcare provider before acting on anything you see here.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many clinical trials are there for Autistic Disorder?

PlainTrial tracks 28 US clinical trials for Autistic Disorder, of which 5 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.

How do I find a recruiting trial for Autistic Disorder?

Use the trial list above filtered by "Recruiting" status, or visit our trial finder at /recruiting to search by condition and state. Always discuss trial participation with your healthcare provider before enrolling.

Is this data current?

Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov and reflects our most recent data pull. Trial status may have changed since then. Always verify current information at ClinicalTrials.gov before making decisions about participation.

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Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (National Library of Medicine). Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM) ClinicalTrials.gov AACT registry · 2026 Trial counts and statuses sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Sponsor counts include both industry and federal/academic sponsors.

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