Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 10 to 18

Neurodevelopmental disorders in youth with criminal behavior

Official title: Neurodevelopmental Disorders in Youth With Criminal Behaviors

Run by National Taiwan University Hospital · NCT05875363 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at whether young people who commit crimes have neurodevelopmental disorders like ADHD or autism, and how these conditions relate to the crimes they commit.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages10 Years to 18 Years
SexAll
Enrollment1000 (estimated)
SponsorNational Taiwan University Hospital
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Taipei)
StatusRecruiting
StartedApril 1, 2021
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2027
Study endsDecember 31, 2027
Registry record updatedJuly 31, 2026
Trial IDNCT05875363 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are juvenile offenders referred by the Taipei City Police Department who consent to have their data used for research.

Probably not a fit

youths without neurodevelopmental disorders or without data availability may not benefit directly from the study results.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This is an observational study that collects data to describe how common neurodevelopmental disorders are among youth with criminal behavior and to explore links between specific disorders and crime types and rates. It also examines how co-occurring psychiatric conditions and sociodemographic factors relate to juvenile criminality. Data collection will be done from juvenile offenders referred by Taipei City Police, at National Taiwan University Hospital. The study does not involve an intervention and will analyze existing information to identify patterns. Findings could help inform prevention and support strategies for at-risk youths.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, the study could improve understanding of how neurodevelopmental needs relate to delinquent behavior and guide targeted interventions.

How similar studies have gone: Previous work has shown associations between neurodevelopmental disorders and antisocial behavior, but this study's setting and data may provide further insights.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Juvenile offender from The Juvenile Affairs Division of Taipei City Police Department

Exclusion Criteria:

* Not Juvenile offender

Where it's running

  • National Taiwan University Hospital
    Taipei, Taiwan
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.