«AbstractAutism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex and highly heterogeneous neurodevelopmental condition, typically emerging in early childhood and persisting throughout life. Its core symptoms-social communication deficits and restricted, repetitive sensory-motor patterns-exhibit dynamic trajectories across developmental stages, with distinct challenges arising at different ages. While substantial research efforts have been dedicated to pediatric ASD, the scientific focus remains comparatively limited for adult and geriatric populations, leaving their distinct needs less comprehensively addressed. This review begins with a concise overview of the epidemiology and etiology of ASD.»...

«Using PET imaging and EEG brain recordings, investigators say they have found a potential mechanism underlying altered excitatory neurotransmission in people with autism.Such mechanisms are still poorly understood, in part because of the wide range of behavioral and cognitive symptoms experienced by those who are diagnosed. This heterogeneity has made it hard to prove whether there are core mechanisms shared by all patients, or various combinations of mechanisms that manifest in subgroups.»...

«ABSTRACT Introduction Autistic flow is a term that has been used to describe the autistic experience of being deeply immersed in an activity. Autistic flow theory proposes that autistic people may be uniquely positioned to access and manage flow states. However, more research is needed to understand the facilitative conditions that support autistic people transitioning into and out of flow states, particularly given the complex interplay of sensory needs, monotropic focus and environmental factors.»...

«Et si l'autisme pouvait être repéré dès les premiers jours de vie ?Avec le projet Pelargos, des chercheurs français utilisent l'intelligence artificielle pour analyser les données néonatales et identifier précocement les enfants à risque, afin d'agir au moment clé du développement cérébral.Le Pr Yehezkel Ben-Ari et la Pr Stéphanie Bioulac nous expliquent les enjeux médicaux, scientifiques et éthiques de ce dépistage inédit, et ce que cela pourrait changer pour les familles.»...

«Le projet Pelargos, lancé la start-up B & A Biomedical, se base sur l'IA pour déterminer des critères pertinents. Mais il a besoin de la collaboration de plus de maternités, afin de disposer de suffisamment de données.»...

«Le trouble du spectre de l'autisme (TSA) se manifeste le plus souvent dès l'enfance et perdure tout au long de la vie. Identifier le plus tôt possible les signes d'un TSA, y compris chez le nourrisson, permet de mettre en place des interventions précoces, adaptées et régulières. La Haute Autorité de santé (HAS) publie aujourd'hui de nouvelles recommandations pour aider les professionnels dans leurs pratiques, qu'ils soient issus du secteur sanitaire, social, médico-social ou encore de l'éducation. L'enjeu est d'assurer à chaque enfant un parcours de vie cohérent et inclusif en favorisant son autodétermination.»...

«In an illuminating study published in the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, researchers explore the intricate interplay between autistic symptoms, adaptive functioning, and the ability to defer gratification in young children considered at elevated risk of autism spectrum disorders. This groundbreaking research is paving the way for a deeper understanding of these children's behavioral and cognitive profiles, offering hope for interventions that can enhance their developmental trajectory.The ability to defer gratification, or the capacity to postpone immediate satisfaction in favor of more significant rewards later, has been a subject of interest for psychologists and developmental scientists for decades.»...

«In an illuminating study published in the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, researchers explore the intricate interplay between autistic symptoms, adaptive functioning, and the ability to defer gratification in young children considered at elevated risk of autism spectrum disorders. This groundbreaking research is paving the way for a deeper understanding of these children's behavioral and cognitive profiles, offering hope for interventions that can enhance their developmental trajectory.The ability to defer gratification, or the capacity to postpone immediate satisfaction in favor of more significant rewards later, has been a subject of interest for psychologists and developmental scientists for decades.»...

«Parents aidants : l'Europe impose des aménagements au travail La Cour de justice de l’Union européenne a récemment rendu une décision, appelée à faire jurisprudence, protégeant les parents d’enfants en situation de handicap.»...

«Abstract Purpose This randomized, ten-week, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial assessed rosiglitazone, an anti-diabetic agent with neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory effects, for irritability in autism spectrum disorder (ASD)»...