Investigating how sensory reactivity develops in infants at risk for autism and ADHD
Official title: Understanding early developmental trajectories of, and mechanisms underlying, sensory reactivity in infants at familial risk for ASD and ADHD
Funded at University of California at Davis · NIH-10986866 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how babies who might be at risk for autism or ADHD react to different sounds, sights, and other sensory experiences, to help us understand their attention and focus better and spot early signs of these conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California at Davis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Davis, United States) |
| Project start | July 8, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $80,500 |
| NIH project number | 1R03MH135307-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10986866 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are infants under 11 years old who have a family history of autism or ADHD.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have a familial risk for ASD or ADHD may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how infants who are at familial risk for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) respond to sensory stimuli. It aims to explore the relationship between sensory reactivity and attention, particularly how infants manage their focus and respond to different sensory inputs. By observing these behaviors in early development, the study seeks to identify early signs that could help in the differential diagnosis of ASD and ADHD. The research will involve careful data collection and analysis of sensory behaviors in infants over time.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to earlier and more accurate diagnoses of ASD and ADHD, allowing for timely interventions.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding sensory processing in children with ASD and ADHD, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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University of California at Davis
Davis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kadlaskar, Girija Suhas — University of California at Davis
- Study coordinator: Kadlaskar, Girija Suhas
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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.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.