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Sensory abnormalities are common in young children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Pain and hearing were most frequently affected, highlighting the need for sensory assessments in early intervention.

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Area of Science:

  • Developmental Psychology
  • Neuroscience
  • Clinical Psychology

Background:

  • Sensory processing differences are frequently observed in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
  • Understanding the prevalence and patterns of sensory abnormalities is crucial for early intervention strategies.
  • The diagnostic criteria for ASD are evolving, with sensory symptoms proposed for inclusion in DSM-V.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the prevalence and types of sensory abnormalities in a population-based sample of young children diagnosed with ASD.
  • To explore the relationship between sensory abnormalities and the degree of autistic symptoms and cognitive levels in children with ASD.

Main Methods:

  • A population-based group of 208 children aged 20-54 months with ASD were assessed.
  • Children were sub-grouped based on autistic symptom severity and cognitive ability.
  • Systematic parent interviews were conducted to identify abnormal sensory reactions.

Main Results:

  • Pain and hearing were the most commonly affected sensory modalities across the entire ASD group.
  • Children with the most typical autism presentation (nuclear autism without learning disability) exhibited the highest number of affected sensory modalities.
  • No significant differences in the number of affected sensory modalities were found based on cognitive level or expressive speech ability.

Conclusions:

  • Sensory abnormalities are highly prevalent in young children with autism spectrum disorder.
  • Specific sensory modalities like pain and hearing are particularly vulnerable.
  • These findings support the consideration of sensory abnormalities as a key diagnostic feature for ASD.