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Introduction   Communication skills are essential for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to express themselves and interact with others. However, teaching communication skills to students with ASD can be challenging, as they may have difficulties with language, social cues, and attention.   One possible way to overcome these challenges is to use project-based learning … Read more

Introduction   Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex condition that affects how people communicate, interact, and behave. It is influenced by many genetic and environmental factors, but the exact causes are still unclear. One of the genes that may be involved in ASD is the ZIC gene family, which regulates the development of the … Read more

Introduction   Social camouflaging is a term that describes the strategies that some autistic people use to hide or compensate for their autism traits and fit in with non-autistic peers. For example, they may mask their emotions, copy social behaviours, or avoid social situations. However, these strategies may also have negative consequences, such as increased … Read more

Introduction   Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are a group of neurodevelopmental conditions that affect how people communicate and interact with others. One of the common features of ASDs is sensory processing dysfunction, which means having abnormal responses to sensory stimuli such as sounds, lights, or touch. In fact, more than half of the people with … Read more

Introduction   Autism is a developmental condition that affects how a person communicates and interacts with others. Early intervention is important to help autistic children develop their skills and abilities. There are different types of early intervention programs, such as therapist-delivered or parent-mediated. Therapist-delivered programs involve trained professionals who work directly with the child, while … Read more

Introduction   The COVID-19 pandemic has had a negative impact on the mental health of many people, especially those with pre-existing mental disorders, such as autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and intellectual disability (ID). Previous studies have shown that adults with ASD and ID experienced more anxiety, stress, and behavioral problems during the pandemic. However, little … Read more

Introduction   Self-compassion is the ability to treat oneself with kindness, understanding, and acceptance, especially when facing difficulties or challenges. Research has shown that self-compassion can enhance well-being, reduce stress, and promote coping in various populations. However, there is little evidence on how self-compassion can benefit autistic adults, who often face stigma, discrimination, and negative … Read more

Introduction In this blog post, I will summarize a recent research paper by O.V. Makhnytkina, O.V. Frolova, and E.E. Lyakso from ITMO University and Saint Petersburg State University. The paper is titled “Machine Learning Methods for Analyzing Morphological and Lexical Characteristics of Speech of Boys with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Down Syndrome” and was published … Read more

Introduction   Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental condition that affects how people communicate and interact with others. It also involves restricted and repetitive behaviors, interests, or activities. ASD is a spectrum, meaning that it can vary widely in severity and symptoms. Some people with ASD may have high intelligence and advanced skills in … Read more

Introduction   Autism is a neurological disorder that affects the social and communication skills of children. Some researchers have suggested that diet may play a role in improving the symptoms of autism. In particular, a gluten-free/casein-free (GF/CF) diet, which eliminates wheat and dairy products, has been proposed as a possible intervention. But does this diet … Read more