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Showing 1 to 20 of 38 for “"ASD diagnosis"”.
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Disclosure of an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Diagnosis: Parent Reported Impacts of Disclosure to Siblings
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental spectrum disorder of social communication and behaviour. ASD presents many different challenges to families in which an ASD diagnosis is present. As there is a growing prevalence rate of ASD, it is important to explore the impact that ASD can …
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Emotional disorders within neurodevelopmental disorders : a comparison of Icelandic youth with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and/or autism spectrum disorder
… disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) remains scarce due to the late recognition of co-diagnosis of these disorders. This study explored the presence of anxiety and depressive disorders among youth with ADHD and/or ASD, while also examining gender differences and the association of …
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Social Attention in Young Typically Developing and At-Risk Children: Eye Tracking Paradigms and Implications for Understanding Developmental Trajectories
… risk marker for autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Research studies in ASD have shown numerous advances; however, the field still lacks a systematic approach for integrating the behavioral and biological markers that can be used in community settings for better identification, timely access to …
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The Baby and Infant Screen for Children with Autism Traits: A DSM-5 Update
… the investigation of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has increased exponentially since it was initially described over a half-century ago. With this passage of time our conceptualization of the ASD diagnosis has undergone multiple changes. An increasing trend in research has been an emphasis on …
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A Historical Analysis of the Pioneers and Advocates of Autism Spectrum Disorder (1980-2013): Examining the Evolution of the Diagnosis and the Influences That Have Shaped What the Diagnosis Is Today
<p>During the 1980's, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) was categorized as a developmental disorder separate from other developmental disorders, in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders III (DSM-III). There were various pioneers and advocates who have helped the evolution of the …
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Providing Accessible Diagnostic Evaluations and Psychoeducation for Autism Spectrum Disorder in Rural Southwest Virginia
… optimal outcomes in autism spectrum disorder (ASD), but access to services is often lacking in rural communities. In fact, the average age of ASD diagnosis in rural communities is later than elsewhere, increasing the risk of missed early intervention and subsequently poorer outcomes. Caregivers …
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Adaptive Functioning and Autism Spectrum Disorder Symptom Severity in Childhood: Parent Perception vs Clinician Rating
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurocognitive developmental disorder that impacts over one percent of the population. As of 2016, one in 64 children were diagnosed with ASD by four years of age, with males receiving the diagnosis 3.5 times more often than females (Shaw et al. 2020). Research …
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Understanding the experience of parents planning for the future care of adult children with autism
… of adult children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Eighteen parents between the ages of 50 and 74 completed genograms and in-depth interviews addressing their experience planning for their own and their children's future. Grounded theory analyses suggest that the process of planning is a …
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A participatory action research project on family needs: experiences of formal and informal support services available among Zambian families of children with autism spectrum disorders
… diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Despite the high prevalence rates, formal and informal support services for children with ASD in Lower and Middle-Income Countries are inadequate due to several challenges. The aim of the study was to understand the experiences of parents with …
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ACCURATELY DIAGNOSING AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER AMONG A COMORBID POPULATION
… disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD), are diagnosed in early childhood. The two disorders share similar impairments across domains, are highly comorbid, and have many overlapping symptoms. Studies have shown that among this comorbid population, children receive an ASD diagnosis a …
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An in-depth exploration into secondary school pupils’ experiences of having autism spectrum disorder
… (YP) with diagnoses of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are under-represented, despite legislation placing greater emphasis on pupil voice. Whilst there is a large body of research into professional and parental experiences of children and young people (CYP) with ASD, there is a scarcity of research …
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Effects of music on joint attention between individuals with autism and neurotypical siblings
… for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is joint attention, and that development in joint attention can cause improvement in other social skill deficit areas such as affect, imitation, initiation of socialization, and expressive language (Ferraioli & Harris, 2011), it is necessary to …
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Engagement during animal-assisted therapy for children with autism spectrum disorders
… for children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Further, the heterogeneity of symptom patterns inherently present in the ASD diagnosis arguably makes group-level analyses challenging in deciphering true specificity of change from interventions. Therefore, this study sought to implement a …
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The Impact Of Teachers’ Perceptions Of Students With High Functioning Autism On The Student’s Learning Environment
… perceptions towards high functioning autistic (ASD) students and its impact on the student's learning environment in suburban elementary school inclusion classrooms. Significant themes and subthemes emerged while analyzing the data. The emergent themes categorized were 1) enriching experiences, …
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FACTORS RELATED TO SEX DIFFERENCES IN AGE OF DIAGNOSIS OF AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a prevalent neurodevelopmental disorder that is characterized by deficits in social communication and the presence of repetitive and restricted patterns of behavior and interests. A rating of severity is also required when making a diagnosis. Early intervention has …
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FACTORS RELATED TO SEX DIFFERENCES IN AGE OF DIAGNOSIS OF AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a prevalent neurodevelopmental disorder that is characterized by deficits in social communication and the presence of repetitive and restricted patterns of behavior and interests. A rating of severity is also required when making a diagnosis. Early intervention has …
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The Effect of Mindfulness on Stress in Mothers of Children with and without Autism Spectrum Disorders: An Emotion Regulation Framework
… of a child with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are more likely to experience higher levels of stress, and adaptive emotion regulation strategies, such as mindfulness and acceptance, may decrease stress among parents of children with ASD. Research has shown that mindfulness-based …
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Respiratory Sinus Arrhythmia and Restricted Repetitive Behaviors in Autism Spectrum Disorder
… diagnostic feature of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Two theories regarding the etiology of RRBs in ASD have been proposed: the hyper-arousal theory, and the hypo-arousal theory. Both of these theories posit the autonomic nervous system (ANS) as being dysfunctional in ASD, resulting in the …
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Resting-State EEG Spectral Activity in Children and Adolescents with ASD: Potential Correlations with Interoceptive Neocortical Areas
<p>Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental condition marked by impairments in social interaction, communication, repetitive behaviors, and differences in cognitive and emotional functioning. These challenges can significantly affect daily living, relationships, and long-term independence, …
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Factors that infuence age of identification of children with autism and pervasive developmental disorder nos
Early diagnosis of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) is crucial because early identification can lead to early intervention, which has been shown to improve the outcome of children diagnosed with ASD. This study explored the current mean age of diagnosis of Autism and Pervasive Developmental …
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