Repetitive Behavior Disorders in People With Severe Mental Retardation
Status:
Unknown status
Trial end date:
1969-12-31
Target enrollment:
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Summary
Repetitive behavior disorders are prevalent among people with severe mental retardation.
These disorders can interfere significantly with an individual's daily functions. This trial
is part of a long-term project that has studied the biologic basis of and possible treatments
for repetitive behavior disorders. The trial will evaluate the effectiveness of two
medications, a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) and an atypical antipsychotic,
in treating repetitive behavior disorders in people with mental retardation.
Phase:
Phase 3
Details
Lead Sponsor:
Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD)