A mobile game to help children with autism learn social skills
A Mobile Game for Domain Adaptation and Deep Learning in Autism Healthcare
['FUNDING_R01'] · STANFORD UNIVERSITY · NIH-11053557
This study is testing a fun mobile app called Guess What, which helps kids with autism practice their social skills through interactive games, making it easier for them to learn and grow in everyday situations.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | STANFORD UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (STANFORD, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11053557 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research develops a mobile application called Guess What, designed to assist children with autism in improving their social skills through interactive gameplay. The app uses artificial intelligence to engage children in social and emotional learning activities while tracking their developmental progress. By focusing on real-time interactions with a social partner, the app aims to provide a more consistent and accessible approach to autism care, moving beyond traditional clinical settings. The project seeks to address the growing need for effective autism interventions as the incidence of autism continues to rise.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.
Not a fit: Patients who are not diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder or are outside the age range of 0-11 years may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a novel and effective tool for enhancing social skills in children with autism, potentially improving their quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using mobile applications and AI for behavioral interventions in autism, indicating a potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
STANFORD, UNITED STATES
- STANFORD UNIVERSITY — STANFORD, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: WALL, DENNIS PAUL — STANFORD UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: WALL, DENNIS PAUL
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
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