Creating a tool to measure social skills in individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders
Developing a Quantitative Assessment Tool for Characterizing Social Domains
['FUNDING_R01'] · STANFORD UNIVERSITY · NIH-10897056
This study is creating a new tool to better understand how people with conditions like autism interact socially, so we can help everyone from kids to adults get the support they need in a more personalized way.
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-10897056 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a new assessment tool that quantifies social functioning in individuals with neuropsychiatric and neurodevelopmental disorders, such as autism. By utilizing a dimensional approach, the study seeks to identify the underlying mechanisms of social deficits that traditional diagnostic systems often overlook. The tool will be designed to capture various components of social functioning across different age groups, from children to adults, allowing for a more personalized treatment approach. Participants may be involved in testing the effectiveness of this new scale, which could lead to improved understanding and management of social impairments.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals diagnosed with neuropsychiatric or neurodevelopmental disorders, particularly those experiencing social deficits.
Not a fit: Patients without neurodevelopmental or neuropsychiatric disorders may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective, tailored treatments for individuals with social deficits associated with neurodevelopmental disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in developing dimensional assessment tools for social functioning, indicating potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
STANFORD, UNITED STATES
- STANFORD UNIVERSITY — STANFORD, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: HARDAN, ANTONIO — STANFORD UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: HARDAN, ANTONIO
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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