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Developmental regression in autism: maternal perception.

M Davidovitch1, L Glick, G Holtzman

  • 1The Hannah Khoushy Child Development Center, Bnai Zion Medical Center, Haifa, Israel. davidom@netvision.net.il

Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders
|June 1, 2000
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Developmental regression in children with autism is common, often occurring around 24 months. Mothers of regressed children reported guilt, but no significant differences were found in developmental history between regressed and non-regressed groups.

Area of Science:

  • Neurodevelopmental Disorders
  • Child Psychology

Background:

  • Developmental regression is a frequent, yet poorly understood, characteristic of autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
  • Understanding factors associated with regression is crucial for early intervention and support.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate differences between children with autism who experienced developmental regression and those who did not.
  • To explore maternal perceptions of developmental regression in autism.

Main Methods:

  • A qualitative study involving interviews with 39 mothers of 40 children diagnosed with autism.
  • Data collection focused on familial, pregnancy, perinatal, medical history, and developmental milestones.
  • Mothers' perceptions of developmental regression were the primary focus.

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Main Results:

  • Nearly half (47.5%) of the children exhibited regression in communication and social skills, but not motor abilities, with a mean age of 24 months.
  • Mothers of children who regressed reported higher levels of guilt and offered explanations for their child's developmental trajectory.
  • No significant differences were identified in familial, pregnancy, perinatal, or medical history between mothers of regressed and non-regressed children.

Conclusions:

  • Developmental regression appears to be a typical occurrence within the natural progression of autism spectrum disorder.
  • Maternal perceptions and reported histories show minimal differences between children with and without regression, suggesting regression is an intrinsic aspect of ASD.