Status:
COMPLETED
The Use of rTMS to Improve Theory of Mind Among Adults With Autism and Asperger's Disorder
Lead Sponsor:
Bayside Health
Conditions:
Autistic Disorder
Asperger's Disorder
Eligibility:
All Genders
18-65 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
Theory of mind (ToM) refers to the ability to infer others mental states. It includes a recognition that other individuals experience thoughts, feelings, intentions, and desires that may be different ...
Detailed Description
Autism and Asperger's disorder are life-long neurodevelopmental disorders that involve significant social, communicative, and behavioural abnormalities. Social impairments are arguably the most debili...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- 18 years or above. DSM-IV-TR diagnosis of either autistic disorder (autism) or Asperger's disorder.
Exclusion
- Hearing or visual impairment. Neurological illness (e.g., epilepsy).
- Unstable medical condition.
- History of seizures or convulsions.
- History of serious head injury. Metal implants or medical devices (e.g., pacemaker, cochlear implant, medication pump) in the head or body. Professional drivers.
- Machine operators.
- Women who are pregnant or lactating.
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
December 1 2008
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
October 1 2012
Estimated Enrollment :
30 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00808782
Start Date
December 1 2008
End Date
October 1 2012
Last Update
February 7 2013
Active Locations (1)
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Alfred Psychiatry Research Centre
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 3004