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  • Child Psychology
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder Research

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  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is linked to early brain development disruptions impacting cognitive abilities.
  • Cognitive deficits in ASD can manifest progressively, influencing intelligence profiles over time.
  • Understanding age-related cognitive changes is crucial for effective intervention in ASD.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the impact of age on cognitive functioning in children and adolescents with ASD.
  • To compare intelligence profiles across different age groups within a high-functioning ASD population.
  • To identify specific cognitive domains affected by age in ASD.

Main Methods:

  • Cross-sectional study involving 237 high-functioning boys with ASD, aged 6 to 15 years.
  • Intelligence profiles assessed using the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC).
  • Participants grouped into four age cohorts for comparative analysis.

Main Results:

  • Global intelligence levels were significantly lower in ASD children aged 8 years and older compared to 6- and 7-year-olds.
  • The 'Freedom From Distractibility' factor was notably lower in older children, indicating attention and graphomotor challenges.
  • Impaired performance on the 'Comprehension' subtest suggests more profound deficits in verbal comprehension and social reasoning in older ASD children.

Conclusions:

  • Age is a critical factor when assessing cognitive impairments and intelligence in children with ASD.
  • Cognitive challenges in ASD, particularly attention and verbal skills, appear to worsen with age.
  • Findings underscore the need for age-tailored evaluations and support strategies for individuals with ASD.