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[Nonprocess autism in children: comparative etiopathogenetic study]
Insights
Early environmental factors contribute to childhood autism, impacting mental development and brain function. This suggests a residual-organic basis for the condition in affected children.
Area of Science:
- Neurodevelopmental Disorders
- Pediatric Neurology
- Child Psychology
Context:
- Childhood autism syndrome is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder.
- Understanding the etiology is crucial for effective intervention.
- Previous research has explored various contributing factors.
Purpose:
- To investigate the etiopathogenesis of non-process childhood autism.
- To identify prevalent etiological factors in affected children.
- To analyze the impact of these factors on neurodevelopment.
Summary:
- A comparative study of 156 children (ages 3-16) examined the causes of childhood autism.
- Early exogenous-organic noxious factors were found to be prevalent in the etiological complex.
- These factors correlate with disturbances in mental development and hemispheric coordination.
Impact:
- Findings support a residual-organic basis for childhood autism syndrome.
- Highlights the importance of early environmental influences on neurodevelopment.
- Informs future research and therapeutic strategies for autism.
Abstract:
Etiopathogenesis of the childhood autism syndrome of a non-process nature is discussed on the basis of a comparative study of 156 children aged from 3 to 16 years. In the etiological complex there is a prevalence of early exogenous-organic noxious factors, which is reflected in disturbances of mental divelopment, maturation of the system of hemispheric pair work. The data of follow-up studies and treatment confirm a conclusion about a residual-organic basis in the syndrome of childhood autism.
