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View article: Assessing diagnostic features of autism in Hadza children
Assessing diagnostic features of autism in Hadza children Open
There is generally very little information on how autism presents in low and middle-income regions such as sub-Saharan Africa. The feasibility of using autism diagnostic tools in non-Westernised populations is underresearched. Building on …
View article: The role of impairment in the diagnosis of autism
The role of impairment in the diagnosis of autism Open
Summary Within the medical model, ‘impairment’ is required for a diagnosis of autism. However, the diagnostic manuals provide limited guidance as to how to interpret impairment, which can impact diagnostic rates and the provision of suppor…
View article: The ADHD Assessment Quality Assurance Standard for Children and Teenagers (CAAQAS)
The ADHD Assessment Quality Assurance Standard for Children and Teenagers (CAAQAS) Open
Around 5% of the children and teenagers worldwide are affected by Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder [ADHD], making it a major public health concern. Recently, demand for assessments has substantially increased, putting strain on hea…
View article: The cumulative impact of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, autism and intellectual disability for young people
The cumulative impact of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, autism and intellectual disability for young people Open
Background Neurodevelopmental conditions frequently co‐occur. The aim of this paper was to determine whether there is a cumulative association between (1) the number of neurodevelopmental conditions, specifically hyperkinetic disorder (her…
View article: Identification and support of autistic individuals within the UK Criminal Justice System: a practical approach based upon professional consensus with input from lived experience
Identification and support of autistic individuals within the UK Criminal Justice System: a practical approach based upon professional consensus with input from lived experience Open
Background Autism spectrum disorder (hereafter referred to as autism) is characterised by difficulties with (i) social communication, social interaction, and (ii) restricted and repetitive interests and behaviours. Estimates of autism prev…
View article: The Prevalence of Behavioural Symptoms and Psychiatric Disorders in Hadza Children
The Prevalence of Behavioural Symptoms and Psychiatric Disorders in Hadza Children Open
The worldwide pooled prevalence of psychiatric disorders in children is 13.4%. Studying the prevalence of childhood psychiatric disorders across radically different economic systems and social structures could indicate universal factors le…
View article: Identification and treatment of individuals with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and substance use disorder: An expert consensus statement
Identification and treatment of individuals with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and substance use disorder: An expert consensus statement Open
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) often co-occurs with substance use (SU) and/or substance use disorder (SUD). Individuals with concurrent ADHD and SU/SUD can have complex presentations that may complicate diagnosis and treat…
View article: Autism spectrum disorder and personality disorders: How do clinicians carry out a differential diagnosis?
Autism spectrum disorder and personality disorders: How do clinicians carry out a differential diagnosis? Open
Although it is recognised that autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and personality disorders (PDs) have a variety of factors in common, the exact nature of the relationship between ASD and the PDs remains unclear. The overlapping symptom profil…
View article: The Prevalence of Behavioural Symptoms and Psychiatric Disorders in Hadza Children
The Prevalence of Behavioural Symptoms and Psychiatric Disorders in Hadza Children Open
73.9% of all psychiatric disorders start before the age of 18. Studying the prevalence of childhood psychiatric disorders across radically different economic systems and social structures could indicate universal factors leading to their d…
View article: Epilepsy severity mediates association between mutation type and ADHD symptoms in tuberous sclerosis complex
Epilepsy severity mediates association between mutation type and ADHD symptoms in tuberous sclerosis complex Open
The association between attention‐deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) is widely reported, with support for the role of epilepsy, yet the mechanisms underlying the association across development are un…
View article: Risk and protective factors for self-harm and suicide in children and adolescents: a systematic review and meta-analysis protocol
Risk and protective factors for self-harm and suicide in children and adolescents: a systematic review and meta-analysis protocol Open
Introduction Self-harm and suicide are major public health concerns among children and adolescents. Many risk and protective factors for suicide and self-harm have been identified and reported in the literature. However, the capacity of th…
View article: Sex differences in conduct and emotional outcomes for young people with hyperactive/inattentive traits and social communication difficulties between 9 and 16 years of age: a growth curve analysis
Sex differences in conduct and emotional outcomes for young people with hyperactive/inattentive traits and social communication difficulties between 9 and 16 years of age: a growth curve analysis Open
Background The purpose of this paper is to identify the trajectory of conduct and emotional problems for young people within the general population at four time points (between 9 years 7 months and 16 years 6 months), investigate their rel…
View article: Adults with autism spectrum disorder and the criminal justice system: An investigation of prevalence of contact with the criminal justice system, risk factors and sex differences in a specialist assessment service
Adults with autism spectrum disorder and the criminal justice system: An investigation of prevalence of contact with the criminal justice system, risk factors and sex differences in a specialist assessment service Open
The behavioural and cognitive difficulties of some adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may increase their risk of contact with the criminal justice system (CJS) as a potential suspect. There has been limited investigation of ASD and…
View article: Risk pathways to autism in a cohort of children and adolescents with Tuberous Sclerosis Complex
Risk pathways to autism in a cohort of children and adolescents with Tuberous Sclerosis Complex Open
Background: Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC) is a single gene disorder carrying high risk of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Various neurological complications increase the risk of ASD but the way risk factors operate together is unclear. …
View article: Actigraph-Measured Movement Correlates of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Symptoms in Young People with Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC) with and without Intellectual Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Actigraph-Measured Movement Correlates of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Symptoms in Young People with Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC) with and without Intellectual Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Open
Actigraphy, an objective measure of motor activity, reliably indexes increased movement levels in attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and may be useful for diagnosis and treatment-monitoring. However, actigraphy has not been ex…
View article: Guidance for identification and treatment of individuals with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder and autism spectrum disorder based upon expert consensus
Guidance for identification and treatment of individuals with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder and autism spectrum disorder based upon expert consensus Open
Background Individuals with co-occurring hyperactivity disorder/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can have complex presentations that may complicate diagnosis and treatment. There are established guidelines w…
View article: Autistic Spectrum Disorder symptoms in children and adolescents with Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder: a meta-analytical review – Corrigendum
Autistic Spectrum Disorder symptoms in children and adolescents with Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder: a meta-analytical review – Corrigendum Open
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View article: Long‐term cognitive outcomes in tuberous sclerosis complex
Long‐term cognitive outcomes in tuberous sclerosis complex Open
Aim To investigate the interdependence between risk factors associated with long‐term intellectual development in individuals with tuberous sclerosis complex ( TSC ). Method The Tuberous Sclerosis 2000 Study is a prospective longitudinal s…
View article: Identification and treatment of offenders with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in the prison population: a practical approach based upon expert consensus
Identification and treatment of offenders with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in the prison population: a practical approach based upon expert consensus Open
This practical approach based upon expert consensus will inform effective identification and treatment of offenders with ADHD. Appropriate intervention is expected to have a positive impact on the offender and society and lead to increased…
View article: Crossing the divide: a longitudinal study of effective treatments for people with autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder across the lifespan
Crossing the divide: a longitudinal study of effective treatments for people with autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder across the lifespan Open
Background Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) frequently persist into adolescence and young adulthood. However, there are few clinical services that support those with these disorders through…
View article: The First Simultaneous Pancreas, Renal Transplant in a Patient with HIV in Australia
The First Simultaneous Pancreas, Renal Transplant in a Patient with HIV in Australia Open
We report the first case of a simultaneous pancreas and renal transplantation, in Australia, in a 45 year old male with long standing human immunodeficiency virus infection, type 1 diabetes mellitus and diabetic nephropathy requiring haemo…
View article: Predicting the diagnosis of autism in adults using the Autism-Spectrum Quotient (AQ) questionnaire
Predicting the diagnosis of autism in adults using the Autism-Spectrum Quotient (AQ) questionnaire Open
Background Many adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) remain undiagnosed. Specialist assessment clinics enable the detection of these cases, but such services are often overstretched. It has been proposed that unnecessary referrals to…
View article: Screening for co‐occurring conditions in adults with autism spectrum disorder using the strengths and difficulties questionnaire: A pilot study
Screening for co‐occurring conditions in adults with autism spectrum disorder using the strengths and difficulties questionnaire: A pilot study Open
Adolescents and adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are at elevated risk of co‐occurring mental health problems. These are often undiagnosed, can cause significant impairment, and place a very high burden on family and carers. Detec…
View article: Does sex influence the diagnostic evaluation of autism spectrum disorder in adults?
Does sex influence the diagnostic evaluation of autism spectrum disorder in adults? Open
It is unknown whether sex influences the diagnostic evaluation of autism spectrum disorder, or whether male and female adults within the spectrum have different symptom profiles. This study reports sex differences in clinical outcomes for …