Importance Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), characterized by deficits in social
communication and the presence of restricted, repetitive behaviors or interests, is a …

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder with reported
prevalence in the United States of 1 in 59 children (approximately 1.7%). Core deficits are …

Abstract Autism Spectrum Disorder is a complex, heterogeneous disorder that affects
perception, information processing, social interaction, verbal, and nonverbal communication …

In this comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis of group design studies of
nonpharmacological early interventions designed for young children with autism spectrum …

Proponents of autism intervention and those of the neurodiversity movement often appear at
odds, the former advocating for intensive treatments and the latter arguing that autism must …

Results: For 2012, the combined estimated prevalence of ASD among the 11 ADDM
Network sites was 14.6 per 1,000 (one in 68) children aged 8 years. Estimated prevalence …

Autism is a diagnostic label based on behavior. While the diagnostic criteria attempt to
maximize clinical consensus, it also masks a wide degree of heterogeneity between and …

With advances in the field's ability to identify autism spectrum disorders (ASD) at younger
ages, the need for information about the evidence-base for early intervention continues to …

Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are neurodevelopmental disorders in which multiple
genetic and environmental factors play roles. Symptoms of deficits in social communication …

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) refers to a lifelong condition that usually appears in late
infancy or early childhood, and is characterized by social and communication deficits that …