Using an immersive room to improve visual attention in children with autism
Evaluating the Effect of Immersive Room Intervention on Visual Attention in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders
This study is testing if a special immersive room can help improve visual attention in children with autism compared to regular treatment methods.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 4 Years to 12 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Istituto per la Ricerca e l'Innovazione Biomedica Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Messina) |
| Trial ID | NCT05930873 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effectiveness of an immersive room designed to enhance visual attention in children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). By comparing the performance of children receiving treatment in this innovative virtual reality environment to those undergoing traditional treatment methods, the study aims to determine the potential benefits of technology-based interventions. The trial will include fifteen children aged 5 to 10 years with IQs between 55 and 85, focusing on improving cognitive-behavioral outcomes through enhanced stimulus processing. The immersive room utilizes engaging stimuli to create a more ecological and interactive treatment setting.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are children aged 5 to 10 years with a diagnosis of autism and IQs between 55 and 85.
Not a fit: Patients with other medical disorders may not receive benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve visual attention and overall cognitive-behavioral outcomes for children with autism.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promise with technology-based interventions for autism, but this specific approach using an immersive room is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Child with diagnosis of autism Exclusion Criteria: * presence of other medical disorders
Where this trial is running
Messina
- Institute for Biomedical Research and Innovation (IRIB) - National Research Council (CNR) — Messina, Italy (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Flavia Marino — Institute for Biomedical Research and Innovation (IRIB) - National Research Council (CNR)
- Study coordinator: Flavia Marino
- Email: flavia.marino@irib.cnr.it
- Phone: +393395798263
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.