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Understanding the Mechanisms of Autism : an MRI and Social Cognition Study
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris
Summary
The main goal of this study is to investigate anatomo-functional brain abnormalities associated with autism spectrum disorders using a multimodal brain imaging approach, as well as its links to social cognition difficulties measured using eye-tracking
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
3 Months - 28 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
160
Start Date
2024-04-17
Completion Date
2031-04
Last Updated
2025-12-23
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
MRI
Anatomical and functional images will be acquired and review by an experienced neuro-radiologist
Eye-tracking
Eye movements and follow a person's gaze will be recorded during visualization of stimuli presented in the screen by analyzing images of the eye captured by an infrared camera
Clinical Scales
CGI, E-CAR and ABC will be used for behavior and clinical evaluation
Research of genetic anomalies
For the diagnosis of autism, patients benefit from a a genetic assessment. This is carried out as part of their care
Locations (1)
Hôpital Necker Enfants Malades
Paris, France