Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jun 13, 2025

Testing Sensory and Multisensory Function in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Published on: April 22, 2015
COVID-19 autism spectrum disorder-like transient neurocognitive clinical presentation
Basma Selim1, Alia Satti2, Ibtihal Siddiq Abdelgadir3
1Sidra Medicine, Doha, Qatar.
Insights
A child developed autism spectrum disorder (ASD) symptoms after COVID-19 infection, showing improvement over months. This case highlights potential neurocognitive effects of COVID-19 in children with special needs.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Pediatrics
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic has presented unique challenges for children, particularly those with pre-existing special needs.
- Understanding the diverse clinical manifestations of SARS-CoV-2 infection is crucial for comprehensive patient care.
Abstract:
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the general population in different ways, including the vulnerable population of children with special needs.In this case report, we will discuss the emergence of a transient, full-blown picture of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in a child who contracted a COVID-19 infection, and his gradual improvement over the course of a few months. This broadens our perspective on the possible neurocognitive clinical presentations of COVID-19 infection.
Related Concept Videos
Autism Spectrum Disorder
These core symptoms manifest differently among individuals, ranging from mild to severe. The disorder's complexity extends beyond its clinical presentation, encompassing a diverse range of biological, cognitive, and sociocultural influences.
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
Diagnostic Criteria and Symptoms
To diagnose ADHD, symptoms must manifest before age 12 and be evident across multiple settings....
Modeling in Therapy
Participant Modeling
Participant modeling involves therapists demonstrating calm and effective behaviors in...
Alzheimer's Disease: Overview
The clinical diagnosis of AD hinges on the presence of memory and other cognitive impairments. Biomarkers, such as changes in Aβ...
Negative and Cognitive Symptoms of Schizophrenia
Negative Symptoms
Negative symptoms of schizophrenia manifest as deficits in normal emotional and behavioral functioning, profoundly impacting daily life. Individuals with schizophrenia often display a flat affect, characterized by a near-total absence of emotional expression,...
Intellectual Disability

