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Introduction   Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder that affects communication, social interaction, and behavior. The causes of ASD are not fully understood, but some environmental factors, such as exposure to valproic acid (VPA), a drug used to treat epilepsy and bipolar disorder, during pregnancy, have been linked to an increased risk of … Read more

Introduction   Tooth decay and crossbite are common dental problems that affect many children, especially those with special needs such as autism. In this blog post, we will review a case report that describes how prefabricated zirconia crowns and preformed metal crowns were used to treat a 5-year-old boy with autism who had severe tooth … Read more

Introduction   Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are a group of neurodevelopmental disorders that affect communication and social interaction skills. Children with ASD often face challenges in their daily functioning and adaptive behavior, which can also affect their families. In this blog post, I will summarize a recent study by Hagar Binoun Chaki and Yifat Faran … Read more

Introduction   Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are two common neurodevelopmental disorders that often co-occur. Both disorders are associated with impairments in executive functions, such as planning, cognitive flexibility, and inhibitory control. However, it is not clear how the presence of ADHD affects the executive functioning of children with ASD. … Read more

Introduction   Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a condition that affects how people communicate and interact with others. It can be hard to diagnose ASD, especially in young children, because the symptoms vary widely and may not be obvious. However, early diagnosis and intervention can improve the outcomes and quality of life for people with … Read more

Introduction   Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental condition that affects how a person communicates, interacts, and behaves with others. ASD can have a significant impact on the family of the person diagnosed, especially on the parents’ quality of life (QoL). QoL is a broad and multidimensional concept that includes physical, emotional, social, and … Read more

Introduction   Camouflaging is the use of (un)conscious strategies to appear as non-autistic, such as hiding or masking autistic traits, or mimicking non-autistic behaviors. Camouflaging is thought to be an important reason for late autism diagnoses and mental health difficulties. However, it is not clear whether only autistic people camouflage or whether people with other … Read more

Introduction   Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurological condition that affects how people communicate and interact with others. People with ASD often have difficulties in social bonding, empathy, and emotional expression. These challenges can affect their quality of life and well-being.   But what if there was a simple and safe way to improve … Read more

Introduction   Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a condition that affects how people interact with others and perceive the world. People with ASD often have difficulties in social communication, attention, memory, and executive functions. These cognitive skills are essential for learning, problem-solving, and adapting to different situations.   But what causes these difficulties in ASD? … Read more

Introduction   Handedness, or the preference for using one hand over the other, is a fascinating aspect of human behavior. It is influenced by both genetic and environmental factors, and it is related to brain structure and function. Most people are right-handed, but some are left-handed or mixed-handed (using different hands for different tasks).   … Read more