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Study identifier: NCT06656585 Synced from ClinicalTrials.gov · July 29, 2026
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Exploring Virtual Reality As an Intervention for Food Selectivity: a Clinical Trial

Condition: Autism · Autism Spectrum Disorder  ·  Sponsor: Istituto per la Ricerca e l'Innovazione Biomedica

PhaseNA
Planned participants30
Who can joinAll sexes, 4 Years to 10 Years
Healthy volunteersNo

About this study

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.

This description comes directly from the study's public registry record.

Talk to the study team

Flavia Marino  ·  +393395798263  ·  flavia.marino@irib.cnr.it

Giovanni Pioggia  ·  giovanni.pioggia@irib.cnr.it

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Locations (1)

Istituto per la Ricerca e l'Innovazione BiomedicaMessina, Italy, ItalyRecruiting

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