NCT06656585 Exploring Virtual Reality As an Intervention for Food Selectivity: a Clinical Trial
| NCT ID | NCT06656585 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Istituto per la Ricerca e l'Innovazione Biomedica |
| Condition | Autism |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 30 participants |
| Start Date | 2024-09-01 |
| Primary Completion | 2025-05-31 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 30 participants in total. It began in 2024-09-01 with a primary completion date of 2025-05-31.
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Brief Summary
Food selectivity is a common challenge among children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), with significant impacts on their nutrition and well-being. The main purpose of this study is to promote children's active participation in mealtime routines and encourage experimentation with new foods through an approach that emphasizes joy and serenity during mealtimes. The study will involve children with ASD between the ages of 4 and 10 years, of both sexes. Food selectivity will be assessed through interviews with parents and the use of specially created cards. The protocol will include 45-minute sessions, twice a week, for a total of 48 sessions. The children will wear an Oculus headset and be exposed to the foods through this virtual reality tool, enhancing their engagement and willingness to try new foods in a fun and immersive way.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Food selectivity upon parental referral * Child with diagnosis of autism Exclusion Criteria: * presence of other medical disorders
Contact & Investigator
Flavia Marino
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Istituto per la Ricerca e l'Innovazione Biomedica
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT06656585 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 4 Years or older, up to 10 Years, studying Autism. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT06656585 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT06656585 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at flavia.marino@irib.cnr.it for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT06656585 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Messina, Italy.
Who is sponsoring the NCT06656585 clinical trial?
NCT06656585 is sponsored by Istituto per la Ricerca e l'Innovazione Biomedica. The principal investigator is Flavia Marino at Istituto per la Ricerca e l'Innovazione Biomedica. The trial plans to enroll 30 participants.