The Effects of a Gluten-Free/Casein-Free Diet on Behavioral Indices in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

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

A Study on The Preferred Sensory Modalities for Learning among Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Introduction   Autism is a developmental disorder that affects how people perceive and interact with the world. Children with autism often have difficulties in learning, communication, and social skills. One of the reasons for these challenges is that they have different sensory processing abilities than typical children. Sensory processing refers to how the brain receives, … Read more

Exosome lncRNA IFNG-AS1 derived from mesenchymal stem cells of human adipose ameliorates neurogenesis and ASD-like behavior in BTBR mice

Introduction   Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects social communication and behavior. The causes of ASD are not fully understood, but genetic and environmental factors are believed to play a role. There is no cure for ASD, but some treatments can help improve the symptoms and quality of life of people … Read more

Centering Autistic Perspectives: Social Acceptability of Goals, Learning Contexts, and Procedures for Young Autistic Children

Introduction   Autism is a neurodiverse condition that affects how people communicate and interact with others. Many autistic children receive various forms of educational interventions to help them develop social skills and other abilities. However, do these interventions reflect the perspectives and preferences of autistic people themselves? A recent study aimed to answer this question … Read more

Psychometric properties of the Turkish version of the parental competence scale for parents of children with autism

Introduction   Parental competence is an important concept in increasing the quality of care provided to individuals with special needs and the quality of life of parents. This study investigated the psychometric properties of the Turkish version of the Parental Competence Scale, adapted for use with parents of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders.   Background … Read more

Autism spectrum disorder in ICD-11—a critical reflection of its possible impact on clinical practice and research

Introduction   Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex and diverse condition that affects how people communicate, interact, and behave. The diagnosis of ASD is based on behavioral observations and reports, not on biological markers. Therefore, it is important to have clear and consistent criteria for defining and identifying ASD across different settings and cultures. … Read more

Effects of Genetic Counseling on Reducing Prenatal Stress and Autism Rates in the Asia-Pacific Region

Introduction   Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects communication, social skills, and behavior. It is estimated that 1.7% of children in the USA and 1.4% in China have ASD, and the prevalence is rising in the Asia-Pacific region, including Japan and South Korea.   Pregnant women face many challenges and stressors … Read more

How to promote social integration of children with autism in Swedish schools

Introduction   Autism is a developmental disorder that affects how a person communicates and interacts with others. Children with autism often face challenges in social integration, especially in school settings where they have to interact with peers and teachers. In this blog post, I will summarize a research paper by Mohamed Cabdinasir, who interviewed special … Read more

A cohort study of neurodevelopmental disorders and/or congenital anomalies using high resolution chromosomal microarrays in southern Brazil highlighting the significance of ASD

Introduction   Neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs) are a group of conditions that affect the development of the brain and nervous system, resulting in impairments in cognitive, behavioral, social, and motor skills. NDDs include intellectual disability (ID), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and learning disabilities, among others. NDDs affect around 3-4% of the … Read more

Effects of Exercise Intervention on Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in Japan: A Scoping Review

Introduction   Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder characterized by impairments in social interaction, communication, and restricted and repetitive behaviors. Children with ASD often have difficulties in various aspects of motor skills, such as dressing, tying shoelaces, using scissors, writing, catching a ball, or skipping rope. These motor difficulties can affect their daily … Read more