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A Systematic Review of Hippotherapy (horseback riding) for Individuals with Autism is the Cognitive Level Considered? / Osnat ATUN-EINY in Autism - Open Access, 7-4 ([01/08/2017])  

Public ISBD [article]  inAutism - Open Access > 7-4 [01/08/2017] . - 11 p. Titre : A Systematic Review of Hippotherapy (horseback riding) for Individuals with Autism is the Cognitive Level Considered? Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Osnat ATUN-EINY, Auteur ; Meir LOTAN, Auteur Article en page(s) : 11 p. Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism  ASD  Intellectual disability  Hippotherapy  Review Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background: Hippotherapy (HT) or horseback riding is a therapeutic modality that is suggested to improve function in children with cerebral palsy (CP), autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Aim: The aim of this review was to evaluate HT in children with ASD and to assess the feasibility to conclude on this effect, considering the cognitive level of participants. Method: Articles describing HT intervention with individuals with ASD were methodically collected and evaluated. Strength of evidence was graded according to the American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine. Results: Most of the 17 articles found supported evidence of positive outcome across a broad range of ASD challenges. Only 5 studies reported participants' IQ level so that the effect of cognitive ability on outcome could not be fully ascertained. Only one study was rated at evidence level I (highest level), two studies were rated at evidence level II, and the remainder were rated at evidence levels III-V. Conclusion: The findings suggest that HT benefits children with ASD. Nevertheless, the evidence supporting HT for individuals with ASD and IDD is limited due to methodological limitations of past research, highlighting the need for further study. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/10.4172/2165-7890.1000215 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=410 [article] A Systematic Review of Hippotherapy (horseback riding) for Individuals with Autism is the Cognitive Level Considered? [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Osnat ATUN-EINY, Auteur ; Meir LOTAN, Auteur . - 11 p. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Autism - Open Access > 7-4 [01/08/2017] . - 11 p. Mots-clés : Autism  ASD  Intellectual disability  Hippotherapy  Review Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background: Hippotherapy (HT) or horseback riding is a therapeutic modality that is suggested to improve function in children with cerebral palsy (CP), autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Aim: The aim of this review was to evaluate HT in children with ASD and to assess the feasibility to conclude on this effect, considering the cognitive level of participants. Method: Articles describing HT intervention with individuals with ASD were methodically collected and evaluated. Strength of evidence was graded according to the American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine. Results: Most of the 17 articles found supported evidence of positive outcome across a broad range of ASD challenges. Only 5 studies reported participants' IQ level so that the effect of cognitive ability on outcome could not be fully ascertained. Only one study was rated at evidence level I (highest level), two studies were rated at evidence level II, and the remainder were rated at evidence levels III-V. Conclusion: The findings suggest that HT benefits children with ASD. Nevertheless, the evidence supporting HT for individuals with ASD and IDD is limited due to methodological limitations of past research, highlighting the need for further study. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/10.4172/2165-7890.1000215 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=410

Utility of the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales in Predicting Future Cognitive Function in Children with Autism Spectrum disorders / Evelyn CHUNG NING LAW in Autism - Open Access, 7-4 ([01/08/2017])  

Public ISBD [article]  inAutism - Open Access > 7-4 [01/08/2017] . - 4 p. Titre : Utility of the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales in Predicting Future Cognitive Function in Children with Autism Spectrum disorders Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Evelyn CHUNG NING LAW, Auteur ; Genalyn DE JESUS AGUILA, Auteur Article en page(s) : 4 p. Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism spectrum disorder  Adaptive skills  Cognitive function Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Objective: Literature shows that cognitive function of a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is positively associated with later outcomes. However, developmental and cognitive assessments have not been consistently completed at the time of diagnosis in many clinical settings. It is uncertain whether a standardized parent adaptive questionnaire will help predict later cognitive functioning. This study explored the utility of a standardized questionnaire in predicting future cognitive functioning in children with ASD. Method: Children aged 24 to 59 months consecutively diagnosed with ASD from January 2011 to October 2013, and had a cognitive assessment completed at a later time point, were included in the study (N=113). Descriptive data on demographic characteristics, Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) scores, Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales-II (VABS-II) standard scores at the time of ASD diagnosis and later cognitive scores of the cohort were presented. VABS-II standard scores at the time of diagnosis were used to predict best estimate nonverbal cognitive scores using linear regression models, after controlling for gender, race, age at diagnosis, and ADOS scores. Results: In this cohort, 88.5% were boys and the mean age of diagnosis was 48.4 months. The adaptive behaviour profile of the study population showed motor skills>communication>daily living>socialization skills, consistent with previous studies on verbal children with ASD. The VABS-II adaptive behaviour composite score and all the VABS-II domain scores at the time of diagnosis significantly predict later cognitive functioning. The adaptive behaviour composite score best predicts later nonverbal cognitive standard scores (p<0.001, R2=0.446). The age at diagnosis and ADOS social score were also predictors of later nonverbal IQ scores. Conclusion: In clinical settings where cognitive assessments cannot be completed at the time of diagnosis, there may be utility in using the VABS-II to better understand the cognitive functioning of children with ASD. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/10.4172/2165-7890.1000213 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=410 [article] Utility of the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales in Predicting Future Cognitive Function in Children with Autism Spectrum disorders [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Evelyn CHUNG NING LAW, Auteur ; Genalyn DE JESUS AGUILA, Auteur . - 4 p. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Autism - Open Access > 7-4 [01/08/2017] . - 4 p. Mots-clés : Autism spectrum disorder  Adaptive skills  Cognitive function Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Objective: Literature shows that cognitive function of a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is positively associated with later outcomes. However, developmental and cognitive assessments have not been consistently completed at the time of diagnosis in many clinical settings. It is uncertain whether a standardized parent adaptive questionnaire will help predict later cognitive functioning. This study explored the utility of a standardized questionnaire in predicting future cognitive functioning in children with ASD. Method: Children aged 24 to 59 months consecutively diagnosed with ASD from January 2011 to October 2013, and had a cognitive assessment completed at a later time point, were included in the study (N=113). Descriptive data on demographic characteristics, Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) scores, Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales-II (VABS-II) standard scores at the time of ASD diagnosis and later cognitive scores of the cohort were presented. VABS-II standard scores at the time of diagnosis were used to predict best estimate nonverbal cognitive scores using linear regression models, after controlling for gender, race, age at diagnosis, and ADOS scores. Results: In this cohort, 88.5% were boys and the mean age of diagnosis was 48.4 months. The adaptive behaviour profile of the study population showed motor skills>communication>daily living>socialization skills, consistent with previous studies on verbal children with ASD. The VABS-II adaptive behaviour composite score and all the VABS-II domain scores at the time of diagnosis significantly predict later cognitive functioning. The adaptive behaviour composite score best predicts later nonverbal cognitive standard scores (p<0.001, R2=0.446). The age at diagnosis and ADOS social score were also predictors of later nonverbal IQ scores. Conclusion: In clinical settings where cognitive assessments cannot be completed at the time of diagnosis, there may be utility in using the VABS-II to better understand the cognitive functioning of children with ASD. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/10.4172/2165-7890.1000213 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=410

Connections between Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and Meares-Meares-Irlen Syndrome / Fabienne GIULIANI in Autism - Open Access, 7-4 ([01/08/2017])  

Public ISBD [article]  inAutism - Open Access > 7-4 [01/08/2017] . - 3 p. Titre : Connections between Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and Meares-Meares-Irlen Syndrome Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Fabienne GIULIANI, Auteur ; Karin SCHWARZ, Auteur Article en page(s) : 3 p. Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism spectrum disorders  Meares-Irlen syndrome Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Aim: With this case study, we hypothesize that identical concomitant symptoms exist between ASDs and Meares-Irlen syndrome, determined by the level of visual stress. Method: A questionnaire was given to subjectively identify the type and degree of symptoms associated with visual perception, and if these symptoms disrupted quality of life and learning process. This questionnaire was composed of questions on visual symptoms such as: symptoms linked to near and far visual distortion, binocular visual dysfunction and reading or writing errors experienced by the patient. Results: This patient experienced a significant reduction in visual stress symptoms when wearing color-tinted lenses (p<0.0001). With respect to our hypothesis, it appeared that treating the Meares-Irlen syndrome with the color-tinted lenses, (1) improved the patient’s analysis of visual signals, and (2) reduced sensory hypersensitivity. Conclusion: In this case study, it appeared that certain ASD deficits might have been caused by Meares-Irlen Syndrome, notably a change in the integration of sensory data. We wanted to highlight the lack of Meares-Irlen syndrome screening, which occurs because of a general unawareness of the syndrome. It is important to find ways to reduce this unawareness by developing the skill sets of different professionals in terms of adult ASD evaluations and consultations, by offering a scientific and holistic approach toward ASD individuals and by not excluding the possibility of an underlying Meares-Irlen syndrome. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/10.4172/2165-7890.1000216 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=410 [article] Connections between Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and Meares-Meares-Irlen Syndrome [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Fabienne GIULIANI, Auteur ; Karin SCHWARZ, Auteur . - 3 p. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Autism - Open Access > 7-4 [01/08/2017] . - 3 p. Mots-clés : Autism spectrum disorders  Meares-Irlen syndrome Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Aim: With this case study, we hypothesize that identical concomitant symptoms exist between ASDs and Meares-Irlen syndrome, determined by the level of visual stress. Method: A questionnaire was given to subjectively identify the type and degree of symptoms associated with visual perception, and if these symptoms disrupted quality of life and learning process. This questionnaire was composed of questions on visual symptoms such as: symptoms linked to near and far visual distortion, binocular visual dysfunction and reading or writing errors experienced by the patient. Results: This patient experienced a significant reduction in visual stress symptoms when wearing color-tinted lenses (p<0.0001). With respect to our hypothesis, it appeared that treating the Meares-Irlen syndrome with the color-tinted lenses, (1) improved the patient’s analysis of visual signals, and (2) reduced sensory hypersensitivity. Conclusion: In this case study, it appeared that certain ASD deficits might have been caused by Meares-Irlen Syndrome, notably a change in the integration of sensory data. We wanted to highlight the lack of Meares-Irlen syndrome screening, which occurs because of a general unawareness of the syndrome. It is important to find ways to reduce this unawareness by developing the skill sets of different professionals in terms of adult ASD evaluations and consultations, by offering a scientific and holistic approach toward ASD individuals and by not excluding the possibility of an underlying Meares-Irlen syndrome. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/10.4172/2165-7890.1000216 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=410

Gamification Does Not Replace Sensory Integration Training in Autistic Children / Amira HUSSIN MOHAMMED in Autism - Open Access, 7-4 ([01/08/2017])  

Public ISBD [article]  inAutism - Open Access > 7-4 [01/08/2017] . - 4 p. Titre : Gamification Does Not Replace Sensory Integration Training in Autistic Children Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Amira HUSSIN MOHAMMED, Auteur ; Amel EL SAID ABDEL KARIM, Auteur Article en page(s) : 4 p. Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Sensory integration  Virtual reality  Gamification, Autistic  Peabody  Fine motor Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background: Autistic children had various behavior limitations. These limitations result from defects in interaction and integration of perceptual and sensory processing. Aim: Our study aimed to determine whether gamification replace sensory integration training in autistic children or not. Methods: Thirty children (nineteen boys and eleven girls) suffering from autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) conducted to this study. They were divided randomly into two age and sex matched groups. Each child in group I applied Wii training for (30 min, three sessions per week for 6 months). Each child in group II conducted to sensory integration program (30 min, three sessions per week for 6 months).Results: Post treatment mean values of the calculated variables were compared and revealed significant promotion in fine motor skills for both groups with favor of sensory integration group. Conclusion: Virtual reality games do not replace sensory integration and open environment training in autistic children. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/10.4172/2165-7890.1000214 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=410 [article] Gamification Does Not Replace Sensory Integration Training in Autistic Children [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Amira HUSSIN MOHAMMED, Auteur ; Amel EL SAID ABDEL KARIM, Auteur . - 4 p. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Autism - Open Access > 7-4 [01/08/2017] . - 4 p. Mots-clés : Sensory integration  Virtual reality  Gamification, Autistic  Peabody  Fine motor Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background: Autistic children had various behavior limitations. These limitations result from defects in interaction and integration of perceptual and sensory processing. Aim: Our study aimed to determine whether gamification replace sensory integration training in autistic children or not. Methods: Thirty children (nineteen boys and eleven girls) suffering from autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) conducted to this study. They were divided randomly into two age and sex matched groups. Each child in group I applied Wii training for (30 min, three sessions per week for 6 months). Each child in group II conducted to sensory integration program (30 min, three sessions per week for 6 months).Results: Post treatment mean values of the calculated variables were compared and revealed significant promotion in fine motor skills for both groups with favor of sensory integration group. Conclusion: Virtual reality games do not replace sensory integration and open environment training in autistic children. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/10.4172/2165-7890.1000214 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=410