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Published on: July 31, 2017
Autism spectrum disorders: clinical and research frontiers
E B Caronna1, J M Milunsky, H Tager-Flusberg
1Department of Pediatrics, Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics, Boston University School of Medicine, Boston Medical Center, Boston, MA 02118, USA. Elizabeth.Caronna@bmc.org
Archives of Disease in Childhood
|February 29, 2008
Summary
Recent autism spectrum disorder (ASD) research advances offer insights into causes and clinical practices. This review covers prevalence, genetics, neuroscience, and early identification strategies for ASD.
Area of Science:
- Neurodevelopmental Disorders
- Autism Spectrum Disorder Research
Background:
- Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) represent a continuum of neurodevelopmental conditions impacting social interaction, communication, and behavior.
- Understanding the complexities of ASD is crucial for improving clinical evaluation and early identification.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review recent advances in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) research.
- To highlight findings with implications for clinical practice, including screening and early identification.
- To explore the causes and underlying mechanisms of ASD.
Main Methods:
- Review of recent epidemiological studies on ASD prevalence.
- Analysis of significant genetic discoveries relevant to ASD.
- Examination of cognitive neuroscience research on ASD mechanisms.
- Evaluation of studies on clinical populations for screening and early identification.
Main Results:
- ASD prevalence is increasing, supported by recent epidemiological data.
- Genetic discoveries are influencing the clinical evaluation of children with ASD.
- Cognitive neuroscience research is elucidating the complex mechanisms of ASD.
- Studies emphasize the importance of early identification and screening in infants and toddlers.
Conclusions:
- Advances in understanding ASD prevalence, genetics, and neuroscience offer new clinical implications.
- Early identification and screening strategies are critical for infants and toddlers with ASD.
- Continued research is essential for improving diagnosis and intervention for ASD.
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