Autism-Open Access
Open Access

Department of Psychology, University of Houston-Victoria, Victoria, Texas, USA

Publications

• Review Article   
  Neurological Profiles Associated with Autism Spectrum Condition
  Author(s): Amanda Jodeh Sciara*
  
  Autism is understood to be a neurodevelopmental condition presenting with social difficulties, communication problems and repetitive behaviors or interests. Much research is now available, as diagnosis rates have increased nearly 800% in just 20 years, leading to an abundance of research. Even so, findings seem contradictory and confusing. It’s hard to determine if anything of merit has yet been uncovered; autism therapy has shown subpar results and many autistic individuals struggle immensely when they reach adulthood and age out of services. Currently, autism is diagnosed by only behavioral criteria. If more was known about the neurodevelopmental trajectory of this condition, both diagnostic tests and therapy would be greatly improved. This review analyzes existing research concerning the neurodevelopment of autistic individuals from infancy and genetic conditions that.. View More»
  DOI: 10.35248/2165-7890.24.14.402

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