Autism
Researchers from the University of Cape Town conducted a proof-of-principle study to evaluate the Joint Engagement Rating Inventory (JERI) in detecting changes in behavior in young autistic children and their caregivers in response to intervention. The JERI was found to be a reliable and accurate measure of joint engagement and
Autism
Research has shown that virtual reality-based interventions may have a positive impact on neuromotor function in children with autism spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy, and developmental coordination disorder. A systematic review of 824 studies, focusing on randomized clinical trials, found that 260 children of both sexes showed improvements in neuromotor skills,
Autism
Researchers from Federal University Pernambuco in Brazil have found that using Virtual Reality (VR) through Nintendo Wii exergames can be an effective way to improve motor skills in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The study, which lasted for 12 months, involved five children aged between 7 and 11 years
Autism
Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and avoidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) are at increased risk for nutritional deficiencies, which can lead to serious adverse bone health outcomes, according to a new study published in the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. Researchers from Emory University found that two
Autism
Pediatricians such as Dr. Nola Jean Ernest, who has been practicing in a rural southeastern corner of Alabama for over a decade, are the most trusted source of vaccine information for parents. A Washington Post-KFF poll found that 85% of parents trust their child's pediatrician on vaccines, a
Adults
Autistic adults experience high rates of depression, yet the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition, Text Revision (DSM-5-TR) criteria may not fully represent their experiences. A qualitative study of 109 autistic adults and 13 caregivers found that while participants met DSM-5-TR depression criteria, their symptom expression differed.
Autism
A new study published in Epilepsia suggests that surgical interventions can be a viable treatment option for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and epilepsy, with significant improvements in seizure frequency and quality of life. The systematic review and meta-analysis of 46 studies involving 325 patients with ASD and epilepsy
Adults
Research from Sodertorn University in Huddinge, Sweden, has shed new light on the representation of autism in literature. A new study, published in Autism In Adulthood, explores the portrayal of autistic characters in novels and their experiences of love and relationships. The research highlights the dichotomies and happy endings present
Autism
President Trump and members of his administration announced their belief that a root cause of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is acetaminophen, citing a study that observed a correlation between acetaminophen exposure and infant neurological status. However, the majority of research suggests that vaccines do not cause autism, and the claim
Autism
Researchers at Imam Khomeini International University have found that family-based interventions delivered via telehealth can be an effective method to reduce behavioral excesses in children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). The study, conducted with 14 parents of children with ASD, found that high and low-order behavioral excesses were significantly decreased
Autism
Researchers at Sophia Children's University Hospital, Erasmus University Medical Center in Rotterdam, Netherlands, have published a new study on the developmental characteristics of autistic individuals, highlighting the importance of understanding these patterns to provide personalized support. The longitudinal study, which analyzed 30 observational studies, found that autistic individuals
Autism
Researchers at Sophia Children's University Hospital, Erasmus University Medical Center in Rotterdam, Netherlands, have published a new study on the developmental characteristics of autistic individuals, highlighting the importance of understanding these patterns to provide personalized support. The longitudinal study, which analyzed 30 observational studies, found that autistic individuals
