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Latest research studies on autism spectrum disorders

This page lists some of the latest research into interventions and other issues around autism spectrum disorders which have been published in peer-reviewed journals.

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If you know of any other studies we should include please email info@researchautism.net with the details. Thank you.

If you are a UK resident you may be able to obtain full copies of some of the items listed on this page from your local public library, your college library, or the National Autistic Society’s Information Centre.

Some recent studies

Kleeberger V., Mirenda P. (Epub ahead of print). Teaching generalized imitation skills to a preschooler with autism using video modeling. Journal of Positive Behavior Interventions. Read Abstract

Hyma M. (Epub ahead of print). Standing at Sinai with autism: A young man’s bar mitzvah journey. Journal of Positive Behavior Interventions. Read Abstract

Darrow A. (2009). Adapting for students with autism. General Music Today 22, pp. 24-26.

Mandell D. et al. (Epub ahead of print). Racial/ethnic disparities in the identification of children with autism spectrum disorders. American Journal of Public Health. Read Abstract

DeSoto M. (2008). A reply to Soden et al.: your data shows autistic children have higher levels of heavy metals. Clin Toxicol (Phila). 46(10), pp.1098, author reply 1098.

Stuart S., Ritthaler C. (2008). Case studies of intermediate steps/between AAC evaluations and implementation. Augmentative and Alternative Communication 8, pp. 150-155. Read Abstract

Reaven J. et al. (Epub ahead of print). Cognitive-behavioral group treatment for anxiety symptoms in children with high-functioning autism spectrum disorders: A pilot study. Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities Read Abstract

Kubina R.M., Yurich K.K. (2009). Developing behavioral fluency for students with autism: A guide for parents and teachers. Intervention in School and Clinic 44, pp.131-138. Read Abstract

Rossetti Z. et al. (2008). I like others to not try to fix me: agency, independence, and autism. Intellect Dev Disabil. 46(5), pp. 364-375. Read Abstract

Charles J. et al. (2008). Recent advances in autism spectrum disorders. International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine 38(2), pp.133-140. Read Abstract

Goldman S. et al. (2009). Motor stereotypies in children with autism and other developmental disorders. Developmental Medicine and Child Neurology 51(1), pp.30-38. Read Abstract

Gotham K., Pickles A., Lord C. (Epub ahead of print). Standardizing ADOS scores for a measure of severity in autism spectrum disorders. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders Read Abstract

Ekas N.V., Whitman T.L., Shivers C. (Epub ahead of print). Religiosity, spirituality, and socioemotional functioning in mothers of children with autism spectrum disorder. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders Read Abstract

Roy M. et al. (2009). Effective methylphenidate treatment of an adult Aspergers syndrome and a comorbid ADHD: A clinical investigation with fMRI. Journal of Attention Disorders 12(4), pp. 381-385. Read Abstract

Brown T., Leo M., Austin D.W. (2008). Discriminant validity of the Sensory Profile in Australian children with autism spectrum disorder. Physical and Occupational Therapy in Pediatrics 28(3), pp. 253-266. Read Abstract

Politi P., Marrone G., Emanuele E. (2009). Regarding omega-3 fatty acids in severe autism: Reply to Bent and co-workers. Archives of Medical Research 40(1), pp. 65.

Bent S., Bertoglio K., Hendren. R. (2009). Regarding omega-3 fatty acids in severe autism. Archives of Medical Research 40(1), pp. 64.

Grandin T. (2009). Visual abilities and sensory differences in a person with autism. Biological Psychiatry 65(1), pp. 15-16.

Rapin I., Goldman S. (2008). The Brazilian CARS: a standardized screening tool for autism. J Pediatr (Rio J). 84(6), pp. 473-475.

Koyama T., Kurita H. (2008). Cognitive profile difference between normally intelligent children with Asperger’s disorder and those with pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified. Psychiatry and Clinical Neurosciences 62(6), pp. 691-696. Read Abstract

Pan C. (2009). Age, social engagement, and physical activity in children with autism spectrum disorders. Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders 3(1), pp. 22-31. Read Abstract Jan

Matson J.L., Gonzalez M.L., Wilkins J. (2009). Validity study of the Autism Spectrum Disorders-Diagnostic for Children (ASD-DC) Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders pp. 196-206. Read Abstract

Matson J.L., Dempsey T., LoVullo S.V. (2009). Characteristics of social skills for adults with intellectual disability, autism and PDD-NOS. Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders pp. 207-213. Read Abstract

Matson J.L., LoVullo S.V. (2009). Trends and topics in autism spectrum disorders research Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders 3(1), pp. 252-257. Read Abstract

Helverschou S.B., Bakken T.L., Martinsen H. (2009). The Psychopathology in Autism Checklist (PAC): A pilot study Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders 3(1), pp. 179-195. Read Abstract

Schreibman L. et al. (2009). Brief report: Toward refinement of a predictive behavioral profile for treatment outcome in children with autism Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders Read Abstract

Stuart M., McGrew J.H. (2009). Caregiver burden after receiving a diagnosis of an autism spectrum disorder. Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders 3(1), pp. 86-97. Read Abstract

MacNeil B.M., Lopesa V.A., Minnesa P.M. (2009). Anxiety in children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders. Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders pp. 1-21. Read Abstract

Ryan S., Cole K.R. (2009). From advocate to activist? Mapping the experiences of mothers of children on the autism spectrum. Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities pp. 43-53. Read Abstract

Tehee E., Honan R., Hevey D. (2009). Factors contributing to stress in parents of individuals with autistic spectrum disorders. Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities 22(1), pp. 34 -42. Read Abstract

Leyfer O.T. et al. (2008). Overlap between autism and specific language impairment: comparison of Autism Diagnostic Interview and Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule scores. Autism Research pp. 284-296. Read Abstract

Stefanatou A. (2008). Use of drawings in children with pervasive developmental disorder during hospitalization: a developmental perspective. Journal of Child Health Care 12(4), pp. 268-283. Read Abstract

Pijnacker J. et al. (Epub ahead of print). Pragmatic inferences in high-functioning adults with autism and Asperger syndrome. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders Read Abstract

Bölte S., Dziobek I., Poustka F. (Epub ahead of print). Brief report: The level and nature of autistic intelligence revisited. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders Read Abstract

Shen J. et al. (2008). Using cluster ensemble and validation to identify subtypes of pervasive developmental disorders. AMIA Annu Symp Proc. pp. 666-670. Read Abstract

Meilleur A., Fombonne E. (Epub ahead of print). Regression of language and non-language skills in pervasive developmental disorders. Journal of Intellectual Disability Research Read Abstract

James S. et al. (Epub ahead of print). Efficacy of methylcobalamin and folinic acid treatment on glutathione redox status in children with autism. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition Read Abstract

Williams M., Atkins M. (Epub ahead of print). Assessment of autism in community settings: Discrepancies in classification. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders Read Abstract

Parner E., Schendel D., Thorsen P. (2008). Autism prevalence trends over time in Denmark: changes in prevalence and age at diagnosis. Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine 162(12), pp. 1150-1156. Read Abstract

Kogan M.D. et al. (2008). A national profile of the health care experiences and family impact of autism spectrum disorder among children in the United States, 2005-2006. Pediatrics 122(6), e1149-1158. Read Abstract

Fragala-Pinkham M., Haley S.M., O’Neil M.E. (2008). Group aquatic aerobic exercise for children with disabilities. Developmental Medicine and Child Neurology 50(11), pp. 822-827. Read Abstract

Baker S.M. (2008). Sidney MacDonald Baker, MD: taking a biomedical approach to autism treatment. Interview by Frank Lampe and Suzanne Snyder. Altern Ther Health Med. 14(6), pp. 60-69.

Brown N., Panksepp J. (Epub ahead of print). Low-dose naltrexone for disease prevention and quality of life. Medical Hypotheses Read Abstract

Canitano R., Scandurra V. (2008). Risperidone in the treatment of behavioral disorders associated with autism in children and adolescents. Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment 4(4), pp. 723-730. Read Abstract

Loucas T. et al. (2008). Autistic symptomatology and language ability in autism spectrum disorder and specific language impairment. Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry 49(1), pp.1184-1192. Read Abstract

Lam K.S.L., Bodfish J.W., Piven J. (2008). Evidence for three subtypes of repetitive behavior in autism that differ in familiality and association with other symptoms. Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry 49, pp. 1193. Read Abstract

Matson J.L., Rivet T.T. (2008). Characteristics of challenging behaviours in adults with autistic disorder, PDD-NOS, and intellectual disability. Journal of Intellectual and Developmental Disability 33(4), pp. 323-329. Read Abstract

Sokhadze E.M. et al. (Epub ahead of print). Effects of low frequency repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) on gamma frequency oscillations and event-related potentials during processing of illusory figures in autism. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. Read Abstract

Jyonouchi H. et al. (2008). Impact of innate immunity in a subset of children with autism spectrum disorders: a case control study. Journal of Neuroinflammation 5(1), pp. 52. Read Abstract

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