Reliability Study Using Electrodermal Activity to Measure Sensory Processing in Children With and Without Autism Spectrum Disorder

Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Trial

Official title: Reliability of Electrodermal Activity: Quantifying Sensory Processing in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder

Status Completed

Clinical Trial Summary

The purpose of this study is tTho establish test-retest reliability of electrodermal markers used to quantify physiologic response to sensation using the Sensory Challenge Protocol in children with and without Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Clinical Trial Description

This methodological research design is a prospective exploratory test-retest design assessing the use of electrodermal activity (EDA) as an index of sensory processing. EDA will be measured using skin conductance response (SCR). The purpose of this study is to investigate if using EDA is a reliable measure over time within the context of response to sensation. Scores from test one and test two of each subject will be correlated to determine reliability of EDA measure. Reliability in this context will establish the utility of EDA as an index of sensory processing. Testing will occur two times within a six week period. ;

Study Design

Observational Model: Case Control, Time Perspective: Prospective

Related Conditions & MeSH terms

• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Autistic Disorder
• Child Development Disorders, Pervasive

• NCT number: NCT02646696
• Study type: Observational
• Source: Barpak Geriatric Health Services, Inc. d/b/a Barpak Occupational Therapy
• Status: Completed
• Phase: N/A
• Start date: January 2013
• Completion date: May 2014