Exploring childhood behavioral and psychiatric disorders
Diagnosis of Childhood-onset Behavioral Disorders, Neuropsychiatric Disorders and Neurodevelopmental Disorders
National Institutes of Health Clinical Center (CC) · NCT01778504
This study is trying to understand the causes and treatments of childhood behavioral and psychiatric disorders, like autism, by looking at affected kids and their families.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 1000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 1 Day to 99 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | National Institutes of Health Clinical Center (CC) (nih) |
| Locations | 1 site (Bethesda, Maryland) |
| Trial ID | NCT01778504 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to investigate the onset and treatment of childhood behavioral, psychiatric, and developmental disorders, focusing on conditions such as autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders. Researchers will evaluate individuals of all ages who have these disorders, as well as their family members, to understand the genetic and environmental factors involved. The study will involve detailed medical, sleep, and neurodevelopmental assessments to explore the relationship between biological abnormalities and neuropsychiatric symptoms. The findings are expected to inform future research and treatment approaches for these conditions.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include individuals of any age with diagnosed or undiagnosed neuropsychiatric disorders, neurodevelopmental disabilities, or abnormal behaviors, as well as their family members.
Not a fit: Patients who are unwilling or unable to participate in evaluations or do not have a primary healthcare provider may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding and treatment of childhood behavioral and psychiatric disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in exploring genetic and environmental factors in childhood psychiatric disorders, making this approach promising.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
* INCLUSION CRITERIA: Participants will be eligible if they: 1. Are aged birth to 99 years 2. Have a diagnosed or undiagnosed neuropsychiatric disorder, neurodevelopmental disability or abnormal behaviors. 3. Have the ability to understand and sign an informed consent on behalf of themselves or their minor children, or have a legal guardian (or designated DPA). 4. Are under the care of a primary physician. EXCLUSION CRITERIA: Participants will not be eligible if they: * Are unwilling or unable to be evaluated and followed as clinically indicated. Examples might include children with severe behavioral problems who refuse physical examination. * The participant does not have a primary healthcare provider.
Where this trial is running
Bethesda, Maryland
- National Institutes of Health Clinical Center — Bethesda, Maryland, United States (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Ashura W Buckley, M.D. — National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
- Study coordinator: Jessica M Vaughan, C.R.N.P.
- Email: jessica.vaughan@nih.gov
- Phone: (301) 435-7958
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Neuropsychiatric Disorder, Neurological Disorder, Neurodevelopmental Disorder, Sleep, Natural History Study, Mental Illness, Autism, Developmental Delay