Autism Challenges and Solutions
Published by Emirates Scholar Center for Research & Studies · Quarterly
International research and practice conference «Autism. Challenges and Solutions» covers a broad set of issues related to autism and autism spectrum disorders (ASD). The conference is envisioned not only as an experience sharing event,... Read aims & scope →
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Comparison of Sedentary Behavior and Physical Activity between Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and the Controls
Many health organizations and scientific associations agree that physical activity (PA) improves children and youth's overall quality of life and offers essenti…
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Exploring Seizures in Autism: What You Need to Know
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex condition that affects how individuals interact, communicate, and engage in repetitive behaviors. Many individuals w…
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Diet change and microglia ablation of MeCP2e1 deficient mice affect the Rett-like disease symptoms in a sex-dependent manner.
Rett syndrome (RTT) is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder that occurs in 1 in 10,000 births. Approximately 95% of RTT patients are females heterozygous for t…
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Mitochondrial abnormalities and oxidative stress in Autism: Impact of genetic and environmental factors
Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder associated with social deficits and behavioral abnormalities. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Preventio…
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Longitudinal developmental trajectories of young autistic children: influence of culture, diet, pretend play, and various activities
Humans are extremely sensitive to cultural circumstances of their early childhood. In a series of studies, we explored the developmental trajectories of childre…
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Diving dipper into error correction procedures in ABA, their pros and cons.
This presentation delves into the intricate landscape of error correction procedures within Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Error correction procedures play a …
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Psychopharmacology in children and adolescents: unmet needs and opportunities
Psychopharmacological treatment is an important component of the multimodal intervention approach to treating mental health conditions in children and adolescen…
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Updates on Genetics and Genomics Research in ASD
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a heterogenous condition with a wide range of elements contributing to its presentation, including both common and rare geneti…
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Phenotypes and mechanisms: Probing autism in and outside the lab
Autism Spectrum Conditions are behaviourally defined, which highlights the need to focus on understanding the behavioural phenotype. Many autistic people experi…
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Advancing Inclusion: Autism Perspectives in Lebanon and Jordan
The inclusion of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) remains a pivotal yet challenging endeavor in global communities at all ages. This abstract she…
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Dental Management of children with ASDDental Management of children with ASD
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a broad term used to define a multiple neuro-developmental disorder that affects children as early as 1-3 years of age. Childr…
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Genetic and pathogenic overlaps between autism and Alzheimer’s disease: opportunities for drug repurposing
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and Alzheimer’s disease (AD) are neurodevelopmental and neurodegenerative disorders respectively that share common clinical featu…
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Precision microbial intervention improves social behavior in autistic children
Treatments for Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), which is characterized by impairments in social interaction, deficits in communication and the presence of restri…
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Omega-3 fatty acid supplementation in autism spectrum disorder is there a benefit: An unanswered question? we can answer together
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a well-known neurodevelopmental illness with significant medical variance. There is controversy surrounding the effectiveness …
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Importance of cross-department cooperation in pediatric medical services around ASD. Neurology and otolaryngology fall flat being separated: case of the clinic.
The Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) are a heterogeneous group of developmental abnormalities, with clinical appearance in neurological, otolaryngological, and g…
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ANRC Guidelines for Comprehensive Nutritional Support for Autism
Children and adults with autism often have self-limited diets with insufficient intake of vegetables, fruit, protein, and essential fatty acids. Also, due to me…
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CTRP3 as a novel biomarker in the plasma of Saudi children with autism
Background: C1q/tumor necrosis factor-related protein-3 (CTRP3) has diverse functions: anti-inflammation, metabolic regulation, and protection against endotheli…
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The Heart of Service Delivery: Creating Connected Relationships
At the intersection of technical precision and compassionate care lies the heart of service delivery. Join Dr. Megan DeLeon in this captivating presentation as …
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Fragile X syndrome and Autism Spectrum Disorder: Is ASD in FXS ‘true’ ASD?
Autism & Fragile X syndrome are intertwined as they share some neurochemical similarities. Fragile X Syndrome (FXS) is the second cause of intellectual disa…
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Validation of plasma protein glycation and oxidation biomarkers for the diagnosis of autism
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder in children. It is currently diagnosed by behavior-based assessments made by observation …
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7P medicine as a new healthcare model in the context of management and treatment of children with ASD and other neurodevelopmental disorders
Background: A significant increase in the prevalence of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) all over the world dictates the need to search for modern and effective …
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Genetic Frontiers in Autism: Unveiling New Paths for Diagnosis and Intervention
In this ground-breaking study, we unveil the first diagnostic protocol that leverages genetic testing for autism and developmental disorders in children. By met…
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Treating Emotion Disregulation with Mindfulness: Mindfulness-Based Group Cognitive Therapy for Children with autism
Children with autism spectrum disorder experience behavioral and emotional symptoms hypothesized to arise from emotion dysregulation (ED), difficulty modulating…
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Advances in Personalized Medicine to Treat Autism
No drug has yet been approved to treat the core symptoms of autism. For over half a century attempts have been made to repurpose existing drugs to treat autism.…
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Artichoke (Cynara scolymus L.) as nutritional intervention strategy on propionic acid-induced rodent model of autism spectrum disorders.
The connection between nutrition and autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by notable delays or deviations in interaction …
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The possible role of sodium leakage channel localization factor-1 in the pathophysiology and severity of autism spectrum disorders
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by social, stereotypical, and repetitive behaviors. Neural dysregulation was propo…
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Gamma-band neural activity and its relation to language skills and core symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder
Neurobiological studies of the past decade have suggested that the imbalance between neural excitation (E) and inhibition (I) in the neural systems is one of th…
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The Healthy Baby Roadmap: An Actionable Strategy for Reducing the Risk of Chronic Illness in Children Starts with Preconception and Pregnancy
The incidence of chronic illness in children has reached epidemic proportions., In the US, one out of 2 children may be diagnosed with conditions such as Autism…
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GABA and Glutamate Imbalance in Autism and Their Reversal as Novel Hypothesis for Effective Treatment Strategy: An update
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by reduced social communication and repetitive behaviors. The etiological mechanis…
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Best Practices in Sex Education for Autistic Learners
The purpose of sex education is to facilitate the gaining of knowledge, skills, and values to make healthy and informed sexual decisions. There is limited resea…
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Trace elements and minerals in autism spectrum disorder theranostics
The objective of a series of studies was to evaluate trace element and mineral metabolism in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in relation to disease…
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Zinc Deficiency and Autism – From cellular mechanisms to clinical studies – an update
Zinc is a versatile element crucial in various biological processes, including gene expression, cell division, and enzymatic reactions. In recent years, zinc ha…
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Integrative medicine approach in the inhibition of 1C (PPP1R1C), RHOA containing receptor 3 (SORC3). ASD, intellectual disability (ID), for management of Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) among autistic children with grade one.
Autism was first described by in a detailed report of 11 children with similar unusual tendencies. Intriguing common symptoms such as improper facilitation of l…
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Autism Spectrum Disorder and Autism Condition - identifiable by Rockence Genetic Behavior Science
Behavioral challenges have its linking to epigenetics and utero-environment. These formations of challenges are governed by the placental functions and dysfunct…
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The Role of Primary Healthcare Providers in Early Screening and Identification of Markers for Rare Comorbid Manifestations of Autism
Although Autism itself is not considered a rare neurodevelopmental disorder, it is closely linked with several neurodevelopmental rare diseases.Early surveillan…
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Old Truths, New Ideas: The Past, Present, and Future of ABA
The discovery of the Principles of Behavior was the result of experiments conducted by a small group of scientists in laboratory settings with non-human subject…
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Neurological Dysfunctions and Non-Neurological Comorbidities in Clinical Manifestations of Autism and Their Role in ASD Development: 15 Year-long Experience in Autism Diagnosing and Treatment
It has been nearly 80 years since Drs. Asperger and Kanner first identified the condition known today as Autism or ASD. Subsequently, it has been officially est…
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Engaging team members in a teamwork in a remote ABA-service.
Difficulties in collaboration between different stakeholders in the delivery of behavioral services very often cause conflict and result in termination of servi…
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Association of Maternal Diabetes and Autism Spectrum Disorders
This abstract provides a concise overview of the association between maternal diabetes and autism spectrum disorder (ASD), highlighting the key findings of our …
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A Framework for Trauma-Informed Applied Behavioral Intervention (ABA): The Competent Learner Model (CLM) System
This presentation outlines the evolution of ABA service delivery in the United Arab Emirates across the past two decades. Unique challenges & their solution…
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Corneal confocal microscopy demonstrates corneal nerve loss in children with autism spectrum disorder.
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder characterized by difficulty in communication and interaction with others. Postmortem studies have sho…
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Breaking Down Early Learner Skills
Can your learner match objects, imitate gross motor movements, and follow simple directions, such as “stomp feet”? If so, great! You may be in position to intro…
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Bioactive lipids in the prevention and management of autism
Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder in which both genetic and epigenetic factors have a role. Studies revealed that autism is associated with low-grade syst…
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Farm Animal-assisted Neurotherapy for Autism Spectrum and other Neurodiverse Conditions
Farm animal assisted therapy is a novel approach to treat autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other neurodiverse conditions (NDC) and may help rewire brain circu…
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Role of Genes in Pathogenesis of Autism
Despite extensive studies, however, the genetic basis for ASD is still not clear. Gene expression patterns differ geographically between populations and within …
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Early Intervention Basics
Early intervention is a critical aspect in helping children with developmental delays or children of determination achieve their full potential. Early intervent…
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Maternal Dysbiosis Alters Offspring Gut Microbiota and the Etiopathogenesis of Neurodevelopmental
It has been demonstrated that maternal infections and/or inflammation cause dysbiosis, with an increased risk of neurodevelopmental disorders such as Autism in …
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Fecal Transplant and Bifidobacterium Treatments Modulate Gut Clostridium
Gastrointestinal dysfunction and gut microbiota dysbiosis, including an overall increase in Clostridium have been reported in cases of Autism. Modulation of the…
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Complementary & Alternative Medicine in ASD - Camel Milk in Autism Spectrum Disorders (Results from Clinical Trial)
The beneficial effect of the complementary & alternative medicine intervention (CAM) in the treatment of some diseases and improvement of quality of life is…
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Independent and Combined Effects of Probiotics and Prebiotics as Supplements or Food-rich Diets on Propionic Acid-induced Rodent Model of Autism Spectrum Disorders
The link between nutrition and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as a neurodevelopmental condition, which is clinically presented as significant delays or deviatio…
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“Parental Stress”
Aggressive and disruptive behaviour in autistic children and adolescents creates a lot of problems for parents and caregivers. If left uncorrected, it can becom…
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Teaching Play, Social and Communication Skills on Different Levels Using Naturally Occurring Activities in the Group Settings
There is more and more research being done on effectiveness of ABA and the difficulties with skill generalization across environment, and especially in the grou…
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Safety, Dignity and the Need of Independence of People with ASD
There is clear evidence that individuals with an autism spectrum disorder receiving mental health treatment are at an increased risk for abuse and maltreatment …
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