In this paper we review the impact of DSM-III and its successors on the field of autism—both
in terms of clinical work and research. We summarize the events leading up to the inclusion …

This article provides a review of the increasingly detailed imaging literature on the
neurodevelopment of joint attention. Many findings from this literature support and inform the …

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) manifests as alterations in complex human behaviors
including social communication and stereotypies. In addition to genetic risks, the gut …

Abstract Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neuro-disorder in which a person has a
lifelong effect on interaction and communication with others. Autism can be diagnosed at …

The second iteration of the Autism Brain Imaging Data Exchange (ABIDE II) aims to enhance
the scope of brain connectomics research in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Consistent …

The topic of this special issue on secondary versus idiopathic autism allows for discussion of
how different groups may come to manifest autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or ASD-like …

Autistic traits are associated with frequent psychological distress, suicidal ideation, and
everyday functional challenges. These associations may be especially prominent in women …

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is characterized by core social deficits. Prognosis is poor, in
part, because existing medications target only associated ASD features. Emerging evidence …

Context Autism is considered the most heritable of neurodevelopmental disorders, mainly
because of the large difference in concordance rates between monozygotic and dizygotic …

OBJECTIVES: To compare the effects of two 9-month parent-implemented interventions
within the Early Social Interaction (ESI) Project. Both individual-ESI, offered 2 or 3 times per …