Autism
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Children with ASD show intact statistical word learning
Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and specific language impairment (SLI) exhibit word-learning difficulties early in childhood development.
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Machine learning improves ADI-R efficiency
Early interventions in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are essential to improve communication and behavioural skills in affected children. Now, researchers have used machine learning to derive new instrument algorithms that may help practitioners screen for autism more efficiently and effectively.
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Just one of the challenges for paediatricians
Before getting involved with ACAMH Max said he was wary of joining a “talking shop” but saw immediately that the organisation was active in engaging the broader mental health community.
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Autism & Intellectual Disability
This edition of the Bridge is on Autism & Intellectual Disability.
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Addressing a need: Could a research-based app called Molehill Mountain ease anxiety in Autism?
One of the top ten priorities for autism research, according to Autistica’s research with autistic people, is reducing anxiety. In order to meet this need, Autistica have partnered with Professor Emily Simonoff to develop Molehill Mountain, a new smartphone app.
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Autistica highlights strong evidence for new communication therapy
Autistica, UK’s autism research charity, are recommending that all local areas should have healthcare professionals accredited to deliver a new form of communication intervention called PACT.
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Talking therapies and adapting for autism
Dr Ann Ozsivadjian is a clinical psychologist who specialises in making talking therapies work for children with autism. Her job at Evelina London Children’s Hospital, Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, was created at the request of the parents of autistic children, who were having trouble with conventional talking therapies. “Accessing therapy can be […]
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iPad App complements ASD therapy
Children with autism spectrum condition (ASC) may benefit from combined technology-based and traditional interventions, according to new research.
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Minecraft for young people with Autism
The Bridge spoke to Stuart Duncan, who has developed Autcraft – Minecraft for young people with Autism.
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The SAAND Study: Attention and arousal regulation in neurodevelopmental disorders
The SAAND Study – An investigation into the role of attention and arousal regulation in ADHD and ASD, and comorbidity between these disorders
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