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NCT Number: NCT02646696

Reliability Study Using Electrodermal Activity to Measure Sensory Processing in Children With and Without Autism Spectrum Disorder

The purpose of this study is tTho establish test-retest reliability of electrodermal markers used to quantify physiologic response to sensation using the Sensory Challenge Protocol in children with and without Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

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Key information

Conditions

Autism Spectrum Disorder Child Development Disorders, Pervasive Mental Disorders Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Age range

4 year–11 year

Sex eligibility

Male

Study type

Observational

About this study

This methodological research design is a prospective exploratory test-retest design assessing the use of electrodermal activity (EDA) as an index of sensory processing. EDA will be measured using skin conductance response (SCR). The purpose of this study is to investigate if using EDA is a reliable measure over time within the context of response to sensation. Scores from test one and test two of each subject will be correlated to determine reliability of EDA measure. Reliability in this context will establish the utility of EDA as an index of sensory processing. Testing will occur two times within a six week period.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

Boys ages 4 - 11 years old.

  • Able to sit for 30 minutes and follow simple directions.
  • Children with confirmed Autism Spectrum Disorder via school records or parent report.
  • Typically developing children free of medical or neurological conditions

Exclusion criteria

  • Medical or neurological conditions other than Autism.
  • Hearing loss or visual impairments.
  • Children taking medications known to affect arousal.
  • Children who are not able to follow simple commands.

Treatment and study plan

Sensory Challenge Protocol

Other

Measurement of electrodermal activity in response to sensation

Primary outcomes

  1. Electrodermal Activity in response to sensation

    Time frame: within six weeks

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Barpak Geriatric Health Services, Inc. d/b/a Barpak Occupational Therapy

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Reliability of Electrodermal Activity: Quantifying Sensory Processing in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder

Important dates

Study start
2013
Primary completion
2014
Study completion
2014
First posted
Jan 6, 2016
Registry last updated
Jan 6, 2016

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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