Study Highlights Co-occurring Conditions and Education Services for Adolescents with Autism
A study of 4,311 adolescents with autism reveals high rates of co-occurring conditions like ADHD and anxiety, varied education services, and transition planning goals across states.
Key Insights from Autism Drug Development Inform Future Research Strategies
Experts highlight lessons from autism drug trials, emphasizing patient-focused outcomes, targeted populations, and improved trial designs to enhance future therapeutic development.
Rehabilitation Professionals Highlight Importance and Challenges of Parental Involvement in Autism Interventions
A recent study reveals that parental involvement is vital yet challenging in interventions for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, highlighting the need for tailored support programs.
Telemedicine Parent Training Shows Promise for Children with Autism and Their Families
A meta-analysis finds telemedicine parent training may improve communication skills in children with autism and reduce caregiver stress, expanding access to support.
Study Links Auditory Sensory Gating to Noise Tolerance and Listening Challenges in Young Adults with Autism
A study finds that young adults with autism spectrum disorder may have reduced tolerance for background noise linked to differences in brain auditory processing, affecting their listening experiences.
Haptic-Enabled Virtual Reality Shows Promise for Fine Motor Skills in Children with Autism
A recent study suggests that haptic-enabled virtual reality may improve fine motor task performance and frustration tolerance in children with level 1 autism, compared to traditional rehabilitation methods.
Dietary Tryptophan Supplementation Shows Promise for Social Behavior in Tuberous Sclerosis Mouse Model
A recent study found that dietary tryptophan supplementation improved social behaviors and reduced anxiety-like symptoms in a mouse model of tuberous sclerosis complex, suggesting nutritional approaches may aid neurodevelopmental disorders.
Study Highlights Eating and Feeding Challenges Among Saudi Children with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
A Saudi Arabian study reveals that school-aged children with intellectual and developmental disabilities face more feeding problems and unhealthy eating behaviors than their peers, highlighting the need for tailored nutritional care.
Childhood Scurvy in Japan Linked to Selective Diets, Especially in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
A Japanese study found childhood scurvy cases mainly linked to selective diets, especially among children with autism spectrum disorder. Early diagnosis is key to prevent complications.
Study Finds Social Stimuli Alone Can Boost Joint Attention in Children with Autism
A recent study shows that contingent social stimuli alone, such as smiles and praise, can increase joint attention behaviors in children with autism, offering a practical intervention approach.