Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) includes a group of multifactorial neurodevelopmental
disorders defined clinically by core deficits in social reciprocity and communication …

Autism, also known as an autism spectrum disorder, is a complex neurodevelopmental
disorder usually diagnosed in the first three years of a child's life. A range of symptoms …

Autism spectrum disorder is an increasingly prevalent neurodevelopmental disorder in the
world today, with an estimated 2% of the population being affected in the USA. A major …

The mission of the human stress system is the maintenance of homeostasis in the presence
of real or perceived, acute or chronic stressors. The hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal (HPA) …

Objective To identify neonatal characteristics and 2-year neurodevelopmental outcomes
associated with positive screening for risk of autism. Study design Nine university-affiliated …

Adolescents with autism present lower levels of cardiac vagal modulation. It was
hypothesized that Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback (HRVB) increases cardiac vagal …

Background Previous research pointed towards a need of enhanced understanding of
cardiac vagal modulation during resting and stress conditions in individuals with Autism …

Abstract Recent understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) showed that peripheral
primary mechanosensitive neurons involved in touch sensation and central neurons affected …

The purpose of the research was to evaluate the effectiveness of the Safe and Sound
ProtocolTM (SSP) on sensory sensitivities, digestive problems, and selective eating in …

Interpersonal touch plays a crucial role in shaping relationships and encouraging social
connections. Failure in processing tactile input or abnormal tactile sensitivity may hamper …