Clinical Trial: Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) Characterization Study

Study Status: Completed
Recruit Status: Completed
Study Type: Observational

Official Title: A Characterization Study of Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorders

Brief Summary: The overarching aim of the study is to characterize children and adults with ASDs, and compare them with age-matched controls in relation to their functioning in family, academic, employment, and social spheres. Subjects will be comprehensively assessed in multiple non-overlapping domains of functioning, using psychiatric, cognitive, and psychosocial instruments.

Detailed Summary:
Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital

Current Primary Outcome: Overall level of functioning of children and adults with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) compared to individuals without ASD. [ Time Frame: single time point ]

Original Primary Outcome: Same as current

Current Secondary Outcome:

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Information By: Massachusetts General Hospital

Dates:
Date Received: December 2, 2008
Date Started: October 2008
Date Completion:
Last Updated: October 21, 2013
Last Verified: October 2013