Plain-English translation of NCT06495684 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This study is testing a treatment called transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS), which uses a small electrical current applied to the scalp to stimulate specific brain regions. Researchers want to see whether tDCS, combined with social learning activities, can help adults with autism spectrum disorder improve how they understand and communicate with others. The study will compare real stimulation to placebo (fake) stimulation to determine whether the treatment actually works.
Many adults with autism struggle with social communication, which can affect their quality of life and relationships. While early research suggests that this treatment may help, scientists need to test it more carefully in larger groups to understand whether it truly works and how long the benefits last.
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You would attend 5 sessions on consecutive weekdays, each lasting about 30 minutes. During each session, you'll receive either real or placebo brain stimulation while completing social learning activities—tasks designed to help you practice understanding social interactions. Researchers will measure how well you do on social tasks and use brain imaging to see if the stimulation changes how your brain processes social information. You may also be asked to complete some tests and questionnaires.
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