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Autism Spectrum

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition defined by persistent differences in social communication and interaction together with restricted, repetitive patterns of behaviour, interests, or activities, presenting along a continuum of severity from early childhood. Its presentation is heterogen…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 12 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 92× across the literature

Overview

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition defined by persistent differences in social communication and interaction together with restricted, repetitive patterns of behaviour, interests, or activities, presenting along a continuum of severity from early childhood. Its presentation is heterogeneous, reflecting varied genetic and neurobiological origins and frequently accompanied by co-occurring conditions. Among the most consistently reported comorbidities are feeding and eating difficulties, gastrointestinal disturbances, and disrupted sleep, alongside anxiety and other behavioural challenges, all of which affect daily functioning and family wellbeing. Research into ASD physiopathology spans neuroscience theories of altered connectivity and sensory processing, and extends to the gut-brain axis, where gastrointestinal disease and dietary factors are examined for their relationship to symptoms. Dietary and nutritional interventions, including gluten- and casein-free and elemental diets, have been investigated for selected children, and neurofeedback and other approaches are studied as adjuncts, though responses vary and evidence must be weighed individually. Assessment relies on developmental history, standardised behavioural observation, and screening for medical and psychiatric comorbidity. Early identification and individualised intervention, combining behavioural, educational, medical, and family support, are central to improving outcomes. Understanding ASD as a spectrum with strong biological underpinnings and frequent systemic comorbidity guides both clinical care and continuing research into its mechanisms and management.

Research published in this journal

12 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

2019

Neuroscience Theories, Hypothesis and Approaches to ASD Physiopathology. A Review

OJ CastejónCorresponding author
Instituto de Investigaciones Biológicas “Drs. Orlando Castejón and Haydee Viloria de Castejón” e Instituto de Neurociencias Clínicas, Fundación Castejón, San Rafael Clinical Home. Maracaibo. Venezuela.
Exact topic Journal of Neurological Research and Therapy Cited by 2 doi:10.14302/issn.2470-5020.jnrt-19-2974

How this research is being cited

The 12 articles above have been cited 92 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Nov 2026.

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