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Sensory reactivity differences in autistic people with co-occurring intellectual disability: A systematic review / Christina LAYTON in Research in Autism, 137 (September 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202941 Titre : Sensory reactivity differences in autistic people with co-occurring intellectual disability: A systematic review Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Christina LAYTON, Auteur ; Loisa BENNETTO, Auteur Article en page(s) : 202941 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism  Sensory processing  Intellectual disability Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Purpose Sensory reactivity differences are a core feature of autism, but the experiences of autistic individuals with co-occurring intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) remain underrepresented in the literature. Methods This systematic review synthesizes findings from 29 studies that examined sensory reactivity in this population, including 15 studies of idiopathic autism and 14 studies of genetic syndromes associated with autism and IDD. Results Across both idiopathic and syndromic autism, sensory hyporeactivity emerged as a dominant phenotype, often co-occurring with elevated sensory seeking. Hyperreactivity, in contrast, was less prominent in this population compared to autistic individuals without IDD. However, contradictory findings were identified, particularly in studies comparing overall sensory reactivity across cognitive levels in idiopathic autism. Methodological factors likely contribute to these inconsistencies, as many studies relied on proxy-report questionnaires with aggregated sensory scores, while studies employing observational or multimethod approaches were more sensitive to differences in sensory reactivity profiles. Conclusion Together, these findings highlight the need for more inclusive, reliable measurement strategies, including adapted self-report tools and psychophysiological methods, to advance understanding of sensory reactivity in autistic individuals with IDD and ensure that research reflects the full spectrum of autistic experiences. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202941 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592 [article] Sensory reactivity differences in autistic people with co-occurring intellectual disability: A systematic review [texte imprimé] / Christina LAYTON, Auteur ; Loisa BENNETTO, Auteur . - 202941. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202941 Mots-clés : Autism  Sensory processing  Intellectual disability Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Purpose Sensory reactivity differences are a core feature of autism, but the experiences of autistic individuals with co-occurring intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) remain underrepresented in the literature. Methods This systematic review synthesizes findings from 29 studies that examined sensory reactivity in this population, including 15 studies of idiopathic autism and 14 studies of genetic syndromes associated with autism and IDD. Results Across both idiopathic and syndromic autism, sensory hyporeactivity emerged as a dominant phenotype, often co-occurring with elevated sensory seeking. Hyperreactivity, in contrast, was less prominent in this population compared to autistic individuals without IDD. However, contradictory findings were identified, particularly in studies comparing overall sensory reactivity across cognitive levels in idiopathic autism. Methodological factors likely contribute to these inconsistencies, as many studies relied on proxy-report questionnaires with aggregated sensory scores, while studies employing observational or multimethod approaches were more sensitive to differences in sensory reactivity profiles. Conclusion Together, these findings highlight the need for more inclusive, reliable measurement strategies, including adapted self-report tools and psychophysiological methods, to advance understanding of sensory reactivity in autistic individuals with IDD and ensure that research reflects the full spectrum of autistic experiences. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202941 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592

Health and social characteristics of autistic adults in the UK-wide Adult Autism Spectrum Cohort (ASC-UK): A cross-sectional study / S. BRICE in Research in Autism, 137 (September 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202963 Titre : Health and social characteristics of autistic adults in the UK-wide Adult Autism Spectrum Cohort (ASC-UK): A cross-sectional study Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : S. BRICE, Auteur ; A. M. PETROU, Auteur ; J. HAMILTON, Auteur ; H. MCCONACHIE, Auteur ; A. LE COUTEUR, Auteur ; B. INGHAM, Auteur ; C. WILSON, Auteur ; R. HARDY, Auteur ; T. BERNEY, Auteur ; D. MASON, Auteur ; D. GARLAND, Auteur ; J. R. PARR, Auteur Article en page(s) : 202963 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autistic adults  Mental health  Physical health  Social  Cohort Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Purpose This study aimed to characterise the health, social, and demographic circumstances of autistic adults in the UK using data from the Adult Autism Spectrum Cohort-UK (ASC-UK), a large, cross-sectional, population-based cohort. It sought to identify age- and gender-related differences in mental and physical health, healthcare access, employment, social relationships, and support needs. Methods Between 2015 and 2021, 2129 autistic adults (diagnosed or self-identified), aged 16 years and older, were recruited via diverse routes including NHS services and community organisations. Data were collected using a 78-item registration questionnaire covering ten domains of daily life and the Social Responsiveness Scale-2 (SRS-2). Responders were grouped into four age categories and compared using appropriate statistical tests including ANOVA, Kruskal-Wallis, Chi-square, and effect size measures. Results Autistic adults reported high rates of physical (e.g., gastrointestinal, obesity, arthritis) and mental health conditions (e.g., anxiety, depression), with notable gender and age variation. Females reported significantly more mental and physical health issues than males. Employment was lowest in the youngest and oldest groups and unemployment was associated with poor mental health. A substantial gap was found between needed and received support, particularly among females and those with complex health needs. Social deprivation was not significantly associated with health diagnoses. Conclusion Autistic adults across the UK experience substantial health disparities and unmet support needs. Gender and age influence outcomes, and healthcare services must adapt to improve access and equity. This study offers critical, lifespan-wide insights to inform policy, practice, and future longitudinal research. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202963 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592 [article] Health and social characteristics of autistic adults in the UK-wide Adult Autism Spectrum Cohort (ASC-UK): A cross-sectional study [texte imprimé] / S. BRICE, Auteur ; A. M. PETROU, Auteur ; J. HAMILTON, Auteur ; H. MCCONACHIE, Auteur ; A. LE COUTEUR, Auteur ; B. INGHAM, Auteur ; C. WILSON, Auteur ; R. HARDY, Auteur ; T. BERNEY, Auteur ; D. MASON, Auteur ; D. GARLAND, Auteur ; J. R. PARR, Auteur . - 202963. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202963 Mots-clés : Autistic adults  Mental health  Physical health  Social  Cohort Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Purpose This study aimed to characterise the health, social, and demographic circumstances of autistic adults in the UK using data from the Adult Autism Spectrum Cohort-UK (ASC-UK), a large, cross-sectional, population-based cohort. It sought to identify age- and gender-related differences in mental and physical health, healthcare access, employment, social relationships, and support needs. Methods Between 2015 and 2021, 2129 autistic adults (diagnosed or self-identified), aged 16 years and older, were recruited via diverse routes including NHS services and community organisations. Data were collected using a 78-item registration questionnaire covering ten domains of daily life and the Social Responsiveness Scale-2 (SRS-2). Responders were grouped into four age categories and compared using appropriate statistical tests including ANOVA, Kruskal-Wallis, Chi-square, and effect size measures. Results Autistic adults reported high rates of physical (e.g., gastrointestinal, obesity, arthritis) and mental health conditions (e.g., anxiety, depression), with notable gender and age variation. Females reported significantly more mental and physical health issues than males. Employment was lowest in the youngest and oldest groups and unemployment was associated with poor mental health. A substantial gap was found between needed and received support, particularly among females and those with complex health needs. Social deprivation was not significantly associated with health diagnoses. Conclusion Autistic adults across the UK experience substantial health disparities and unmet support needs. Gender and age influence outcomes, and healthcare services must adapt to improve access and equity. This study offers critical, lifespan-wide insights to inform policy, practice, and future longitudinal research. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202963 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592

Understanding maltreatment among autistic children: Insights for practitioners and future research directions / Geneviève PAQUETTE in Research in Autism, 137 (September 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202973 Titre : Understanding maltreatment among autistic children: Insights for practitioners and future research directions Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Geneviève PAQUETTE, Auteur ; Marie-Louise BOLDUC, Auteur ; Mireille DE LA SABLONNIÈRE-GRIFFIN, Auteur ; Malena ARGUMEDES, Auteur ; Margot BRUMENT, Auteur ; Jacinthe DION, Auteur Article en page(s) : 202973 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism  Autism spectrum disorder  Youth  Child welfare  Scoping review  Risk factors  Consequences Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Purpose This study identified factors associated with the maltreatment of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Methods A scoping review identified 15 studies documenting correlates of maltreatment in children with autism and their parents, families, and/or social context. Results The findings indicate that autistic girls experience maltreatment more often than autistic boys. Children on the autism spectrum are often reported for physical abuse, but these reports are not necessarily substantiated more often than reports concerning children with different disabilities or who have no disability. Although the associations are modest, several studies reveal that maltreated children with ASD experience more mental health problems, such as self-harm, anxiety, and aggression, than non-maltreated children with ASD. Parents of children diagnosed with ASD also have more mental health issues, including symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder. A few significant findings concern social correlates, including services, discrimination, or socioeconomic status. Conclusion These results can provide recommendations on questions, designs, and priority variables for future research projects. Specific recommendations are also made regarding assessment practices for maltreatment reports concerning children with ASD. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202973 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592 [article] Understanding maltreatment among autistic children: Insights for practitioners and future research directions [texte imprimé] / Geneviève PAQUETTE, Auteur ; Marie-Louise BOLDUC, Auteur ; Mireille DE LA SABLONNIÈRE-GRIFFIN, Auteur ; Malena ARGUMEDES, Auteur ; Margot BRUMENT, Auteur ; Jacinthe DION, Auteur . - 202973. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202973 Mots-clés : Autism  Autism spectrum disorder  Youth  Child welfare  Scoping review  Risk factors  Consequences Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Purpose This study identified factors associated with the maltreatment of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Methods A scoping review identified 15 studies documenting correlates of maltreatment in children with autism and their parents, families, and/or social context. Results The findings indicate that autistic girls experience maltreatment more often than autistic boys. Children on the autism spectrum are often reported for physical abuse, but these reports are not necessarily substantiated more often than reports concerning children with different disabilities or who have no disability. Although the associations are modest, several studies reveal that maltreated children with ASD experience more mental health problems, such as self-harm, anxiety, and aggression, than non-maltreated children with ASD. Parents of children diagnosed with ASD also have more mental health issues, including symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder. A few significant findings concern social correlates, including services, discrimination, or socioeconomic status. Conclusion These results can provide recommendations on questions, designs, and priority variables for future research projects. Specific recommendations are also made regarding assessment practices for maltreatment reports concerning children with ASD. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202973 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592

Fatherhood, race, and autism: A scoping review of black and Latino fathers’ experiences / Ed-Dee G. WILLIAMS in Research in Autism, 137 (September 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202974 Titre : Fatherhood, race, and autism: A scoping review of black and Latino fathers’ experiences Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Ed-Dee G. WILLIAMS, Auteur ; Andrea S. MEDRANO, Auteur ; J. Dontaé ROBERTS, Auteur ; Angelina LATIN, Auteur ; Ashley M. LOPEZ, Auteur ; Dollar GANU, Auteur ; Fatima VAKIL, Auteur ; Lauren WARE, Auteur Article en page(s) : 202974 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Black fathers  Latino fathers  Autism spectrum disorder  Fatherhood  Racial disparities  Cultural context  Scoping review Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Research on parents of autistic children has historically centered mothers, leaving the experiences of fathers, particularly Black and Latino fathers, largely absent from the evidence base. This scoping review systematically maps the empirical literature on Black and Latino fathers raising autistic children, examining how their parenting roles, challenges, and support needs are conceptualized across studies. Guided by Arksey and O’Malley’s framework, we searched four databases for empirical studies published between 2010 and 2025 and identified 25 studies that met inclusion criteria. Qualitative designs, with limited quantitative, longitudinal, or mixed‑methods research dominate the literature. Across studies, Black and Latino fathers described complex emotional reactions to diagnosis; evolving caregiving roles shaped by cultural norms, work constraints, and systemic inequities; and varied coping strategies rooted in spirituality, family networks, and cultural resilience. Fathers also reported relational strains within partnerships, experiences of racialized bias in service systems, and ongoing advocacy challenges in clinical, educational, and community settings. Despite these stressors, many fathers embraced adaptive, strengths‑based approaches to parenting and expressed deep commitment to their children’s development and long‑term well-being. Findings underscore the need for more father‑inclusive, culturally responsive research and interventions that address structural barriers, enhance paternal engagement, and better support Black and Latino families navigating autism. Lay abstract While autism research has strongly focused on mothers, fathers play an important role in supporting autistic children. The experiences of Black and Latino fathers, who often face additional challenges linked to racism, cultural expectations, and unequal access to services, are not well understood. To help fill this gap, we reviewed all available studies published between 2010 and 2025 that included Black or Latino fathers of autistic children. We found only 25 studies, indicating this topic remains greatly under-researched. Most studies used interviews or focus groups, giving fathers the chance to share their personal experiences. Many described strong emotional reactions when first learning about their child’s diagnosis, including shock, sadness, and sometimes denial. Cultural beliefs about masculinity and fatherhood sometimes shaped how they processed the diagnosis or sought support. Over time, many Black and Latino fathers reported becoming more patient, involved, and emotionally connected with their children. They often faced major barriers when navigating schools, healthcare settings, and community services. Some described racial bias, limited language access, or feeling dismissed by professionals. Despite these challenges, fathers expressed deep love for their children and a strong desire to advocate for their needs. Fathers’ well‑being was influenced by several factors, including support from partners, extended family, spirituality, and opportunities to learn more about autism. Overall, this review shows that Black and Latino fathers are active, committed caregivers, but their perspectives remain overlooked in research and practice. More studies are needed to understand their experiences and develop services that truly reflect the cultural and structural realities their families face. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202974 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592 [article] Fatherhood, race, and autism: A scoping review of black and Latino fathers’ experiences [texte imprimé] / Ed-Dee G. WILLIAMS, Auteur ; Andrea S. MEDRANO, Auteur ; J. Dontaé ROBERTS, Auteur ; Angelina LATIN, Auteur ; Ashley M. LOPEZ, Auteur ; Dollar GANU, Auteur ; Fatima VAKIL, Auteur ; Lauren WARE, Auteur . - 202974. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202974 Mots-clés : Black fathers  Latino fathers  Autism spectrum disorder  Fatherhood  Racial disparities  Cultural context  Scoping review Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Research on parents of autistic children has historically centered mothers, leaving the experiences of fathers, particularly Black and Latino fathers, largely absent from the evidence base. This scoping review systematically maps the empirical literature on Black and Latino fathers raising autistic children, examining how their parenting roles, challenges, and support needs are conceptualized across studies. Guided by Arksey and O’Malley’s framework, we searched four databases for empirical studies published between 2010 and 2025 and identified 25 studies that met inclusion criteria. Qualitative designs, with limited quantitative, longitudinal, or mixed‑methods research dominate the literature. Across studies, Black and Latino fathers described complex emotional reactions to diagnosis; evolving caregiving roles shaped by cultural norms, work constraints, and systemic inequities; and varied coping strategies rooted in spirituality, family networks, and cultural resilience. Fathers also reported relational strains within partnerships, experiences of racialized bias in service systems, and ongoing advocacy challenges in clinical, educational, and community settings. Despite these stressors, many fathers embraced adaptive, strengths‑based approaches to parenting and expressed deep commitment to their children’s development and long‑term well-being. Findings underscore the need for more father‑inclusive, culturally responsive research and interventions that address structural barriers, enhance paternal engagement, and better support Black and Latino families navigating autism. Lay abstract While autism research has strongly focused on mothers, fathers play an important role in supporting autistic children. The experiences of Black and Latino fathers, who often face additional challenges linked to racism, cultural expectations, and unequal access to services, are not well understood. To help fill this gap, we reviewed all available studies published between 2010 and 2025 that included Black or Latino fathers of autistic children. We found only 25 studies, indicating this topic remains greatly under-researched. Most studies used interviews or focus groups, giving fathers the chance to share their personal experiences. Many described strong emotional reactions when first learning about their child’s diagnosis, including shock, sadness, and sometimes denial. Cultural beliefs about masculinity and fatherhood sometimes shaped how they processed the diagnosis or sought support. Over time, many Black and Latino fathers reported becoming more patient, involved, and emotionally connected with their children. They often faced major barriers when navigating schools, healthcare settings, and community services. Some described racial bias, limited language access, or feeling dismissed by professionals. Despite these challenges, fathers expressed deep love for their children and a strong desire to advocate for their needs. Fathers’ well‑being was influenced by several factors, including support from partners, extended family, spirituality, and opportunities to learn more about autism. Overall, this review shows that Black and Latino fathers are active, committed caregivers, but their perspectives remain overlooked in research and practice. More studies are needed to understand their experiences and develop services that truly reflect the cultural and structural realities their families face. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202974 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592

What are professionals’ attitudes to stimming? A brief report / Isabelle F. MORRIS in Research in Autism, 137 (September 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202975 Titre : What are professionals’ attitudes to stimming? A brief report Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Isabelle F. MORRIS, Auteur ; Lynda Lahti ANDERSON, Auteur ; Jennifer HALL-LANDE, Auteur Article en page(s) : 202975 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism  Stimming  Professionals  Qualitative Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Self-stimulatory behavior (stimming) is a common, often functional aspect of autistic experience, yet it has historically been targeted for reduction within clinical and educational settings. Although recent scholarship and autistic self-advocacy have increasingly framed stimming as a meaningful form of self-regulation, little is known about how professionals currently conceptualize stimming or how those views shape practices. This study reports findings from an online survey examining professional perspectives on stimming among individuals who work with autistic children and adults. Fifty-nine professionals from a range of disciplines completed a Qualtrics-based survey assessing self-rated knowledge of autism and stimming, training experiences, workplace norms, and beliefs about the purpose of stimming. Quantitative results indicated that while most participants reported high knowledge of autism, fewer reported extensive knowledge of stimming, and over half had been encouraged to reduce stimming as part of their professional role. Qualitative analyses of open-ended responses revealed that participants most frequently conceptualized stimming as serving sensory and emotional regulation functions, with additional themes including communication, focus, information processing, and expression of positive affect. Many respondents endorsed allowing stimming, prioritizing safety, and seeking to understand its underlying purpose, and expressed interest in learning directly from autistic individuals. Overall, findings suggest that professionals in this sample largely endorsed neurodiversity-affirming views of stimming, while also identifying a need for additional training and accessible educational resources. These results underscore the importance of professional education that centers autistic perspectives and supports consistent, affirming practices across service settings. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202975 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592 [article] What are professionals’ attitudes to stimming? A brief report [texte imprimé] / Isabelle F. MORRIS, Auteur ; Lynda Lahti ANDERSON, Auteur ; Jennifer HALL-LANDE, Auteur . - 202975. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202975 Mots-clés : Autism  Stimming  Professionals  Qualitative Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Self-stimulatory behavior (stimming) is a common, often functional aspect of autistic experience, yet it has historically been targeted for reduction within clinical and educational settings. Although recent scholarship and autistic self-advocacy have increasingly framed stimming as a meaningful form of self-regulation, little is known about how professionals currently conceptualize stimming or how those views shape practices. This study reports findings from an online survey examining professional perspectives on stimming among individuals who work with autistic children and adults. Fifty-nine professionals from a range of disciplines completed a Qualtrics-based survey assessing self-rated knowledge of autism and stimming, training experiences, workplace norms, and beliefs about the purpose of stimming. Quantitative results indicated that while most participants reported high knowledge of autism, fewer reported extensive knowledge of stimming, and over half had been encouraged to reduce stimming as part of their professional role. Qualitative analyses of open-ended responses revealed that participants most frequently conceptualized stimming as serving sensory and emotional regulation functions, with additional themes including communication, focus, information processing, and expression of positive affect. Many respondents endorsed allowing stimming, prioritizing safety, and seeking to understand its underlying purpose, and expressed interest in learning directly from autistic individuals. Overall, findings suggest that professionals in this sample largely endorsed neurodiversity-affirming views of stimming, while also identifying a need for additional training and accessible educational resources. These results underscore the importance of professional education that centers autistic perspectives and supports consistent, affirming practices across service settings. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202975 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592

Wearable technology and early socio-emotional processes in youth with autism: A systematic review / Truc DO in Research in Autism, 137 (September 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202976 Titre : Wearable technology and early socio-emotional processes in youth with autism: A systematic review Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Truc DO, Auteur ; Meredith PECUKONIS, Auteur ; Michele PARKER, Auteur ; Adam GRABELL, Auteur Article en page(s) : 202976 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism  Wearable technology  Emotion  Youth  Systematic review Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Wearable devices have been utilized to detect real-time physiological changes, allowing for a better understanding of the mechanisms underlying behavioral and cognitive processes in humans. However, little is known about the efficacy of wearable devices in measuring emotional processes in youth with autism, who may experience challenges with social communication and emotion dysregulation. Method This systematic review analyzed 14 peer-reviewed journal articles published over the past 10 years. Search terms were categorized into “wearable,” “emotion,” “autism,” and “youth.” Body-worn wearable devices, such as smartwatches and wristbands, were the most frequently used, while cardiovascular signals were the most measured. Results Findings from the reviewed articles indicate the potential of interventions using wearable technology to improve emotion recognition, decrease emotional outbursts, and reduce stress or anxiety levels. Based on wearable data, machine learning approaches were also utilized to predict challenging behaviors or aggressive episodes before they occurred in autistic youth. Conclusion This review discusses clinical implications and ethical considerations for improving socio-emotional development and emotion regulation in autistic youth. Future research should include more studies using wearable technology in naturalistic settings, such as homes or schools, to better understand emotion regulation strategies across diverse autistic populations. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202976 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592 [article] Wearable technology and early socio-emotional processes in youth with autism: A systematic review [texte imprimé] / Truc DO, Auteur ; Meredith PECUKONIS, Auteur ; Michele PARKER, Auteur ; Adam GRABELL, Auteur . - 202976. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202976 Mots-clés : Autism  Wearable technology  Emotion  Youth  Systematic review Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Wearable devices have been utilized to detect real-time physiological changes, allowing for a better understanding of the mechanisms underlying behavioral and cognitive processes in humans. However, little is known about the efficacy of wearable devices in measuring emotional processes in youth with autism, who may experience challenges with social communication and emotion dysregulation. Method This systematic review analyzed 14 peer-reviewed journal articles published over the past 10 years. Search terms were categorized into “wearable,” “emotion,” “autism,” and “youth.” Body-worn wearable devices, such as smartwatches and wristbands, were the most frequently used, while cardiovascular signals were the most measured. Results Findings from the reviewed articles indicate the potential of interventions using wearable technology to improve emotion recognition, decrease emotional outbursts, and reduce stress or anxiety levels. Based on wearable data, machine learning approaches were also utilized to predict challenging behaviors or aggressive episodes before they occurred in autistic youth. Conclusion This review discusses clinical implications and ethical considerations for improving socio-emotional development and emotion regulation in autistic youth. Future research should include more studies using wearable technology in naturalistic settings, such as homes or schools, to better understand emotion regulation strategies across diverse autistic populations. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202976 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592

Family accommodation of restricted and repetitive behaviors and emotion regulation in early childhood: Associations across autistic, developmentally delayed, and non-diagnosed groups / Tobi GRAUCHER in Research in Autism, 137 (September 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202977 Titre : Family accommodation of restricted and repetitive behaviors and emotion regulation in early childhood: Associations across autistic, developmentally delayed, and non-diagnosed groups Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Tobi GRAUCHER, Auteur ; Judah KOLLER, Auteur Article en page(s) : 202977 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Family accommodation  Restricted and repetitive behaviors  Emotion regulation  Autism  Early childhood Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Family accommodation (FA) of restricted and repetitive behaviors (RRBs) is common in autism and associated with child and family outcomes, yet its relationship to emotion regulation (ER) in both children and parents remains unexamined. This study investigated associations between FA, RRBs, child temperament traits (surgency, negative affect, effortful control), and parental ER strategies (cognitive reappraisal, expressive suppression) across autistic (n = 146), developmentally delayed (DD; n = 44), and non-diagnosed (ND; n = 98) groups of young children (23–60 months). All the children were referred for suspected autism prior to evaluation, and underwent standardized diagnostic assessments (ADOS-2, Mullen/WPPSI). Parents completed measures of FA-RRBs, child temperament (CBQ), and parental ER strategies (ERQ). FA-RRBs were positively associated with child negative affect across all three groups (ρ =.37–.54, all p ≤ .021; four of six parent-group combinations survived FDR correction). These associations were observed across a spectrum of autistic, DD, and ND groups, establishing a broadly relevant link between child emotional distress and parental accommodation of RRBs. Parental ER strategies were not significantly associated with FA-RRBs in any group after FDR correction, and this null result was confirmed under multiple imputation. This is the first study to situate family accommodation of RRBs within the emotion-regulation ecology of the family, and the first to test whether the construct is specific to autism or extends to developmentally delayed and non-diagnosed children referred for the same concerns. These findings establish FA-RRBs as a construct that is not reducible to level of autism characteristics, and identify child negative affect as its most consistent correlate across diagnostic boundaries. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202977 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592 [article] Family accommodation of restricted and repetitive behaviors and emotion regulation in early childhood: Associations across autistic, developmentally delayed, and non-diagnosed groups [texte imprimé] / Tobi GRAUCHER, Auteur ; Judah KOLLER, Auteur . - 202977. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202977 Mots-clés : Family accommodation  Restricted and repetitive behaviors  Emotion regulation  Autism  Early childhood Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Family accommodation (FA) of restricted and repetitive behaviors (RRBs) is common in autism and associated with child and family outcomes, yet its relationship to emotion regulation (ER) in both children and parents remains unexamined. This study investigated associations between FA, RRBs, child temperament traits (surgency, negative affect, effortful control), and parental ER strategies (cognitive reappraisal, expressive suppression) across autistic (n = 146), developmentally delayed (DD; n = 44), and non-diagnosed (ND; n = 98) groups of young children (23–60 months). All the children were referred for suspected autism prior to evaluation, and underwent standardized diagnostic assessments (ADOS-2, Mullen/WPPSI). Parents completed measures of FA-RRBs, child temperament (CBQ), and parental ER strategies (ERQ). FA-RRBs were positively associated with child negative affect across all three groups (ρ =.37–.54, all p ≤ .021; four of six parent-group combinations survived FDR correction). These associations were observed across a spectrum of autistic, DD, and ND groups, establishing a broadly relevant link between child emotional distress and parental accommodation of RRBs. Parental ER strategies were not significantly associated with FA-RRBs in any group after FDR correction, and this null result was confirmed under multiple imputation. This is the first study to situate family accommodation of RRBs within the emotion-regulation ecology of the family, and the first to test whether the construct is specific to autism or extends to developmentally delayed and non-diagnosed children referred for the same concerns. These findings establish FA-RRBs as a construct that is not reducible to level of autism characteristics, and identify child negative affect as its most consistent correlate across diagnostic boundaries. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202977 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592

Comparing traditional and continuous norming models for neurobehavioral assessments: A simulation study / Thomas W. FRAZIER in Research in Autism, 137 (September 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202987 Titre : Comparing traditional and continuous norming models for neurobehavioral assessments: A simulation study Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Thomas W. FRAZIER, Auteur ; Eric A. YOUNGSTROM, Auteur ; Knaebel BEN, Auteur ; Mirko ULJAREVIĆ, Auteur Article en page(s) : 202987 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Continuous norming  Generalized additive models  Simulation  Sample size  Test development Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Developing accurate test norms is crucial to developmental disability practice but requires substantial resources. Continuous norms show promise relative to traditional norms, yet there is limited guidance on optimal methods and minimum sample sizes. This simulation study compared traditional norming with continuous norming models across 96 data conditions varying in sample size (500−1500), age trajectories (ages 2–22), variance patterns, and skewness. Generalized Additive Models for Location, Scale, and Shape (GAMLSS) that approximated the data generating conditions tended to be the best fitting models. Best fitting GAMLSS models showed closer fit to the data at N = 500 than traditional windowing norms at N = 1500 with the largest GAMLSS performance gains occurring by N = 750. Real-world neurobehavioral data supported the need for an iterative model selection process when developing continuous norms. Test developers can achieve high norming accuracy with smaller samples using a GAMLSS model selection process, potentially reducing costs while improving precision. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202987 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592 [article] Comparing traditional and continuous norming models for neurobehavioral assessments: A simulation study [texte imprimé] / Thomas W. FRAZIER, Auteur ; Eric A. YOUNGSTROM, Auteur ; Knaebel BEN, Auteur ; Mirko ULJAREVIĆ, Auteur . - 202987. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202987 Mots-clés : Continuous norming  Generalized additive models  Simulation  Sample size  Test development Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Developing accurate test norms is crucial to developmental disability practice but requires substantial resources. Continuous norms show promise relative to traditional norms, yet there is limited guidance on optimal methods and minimum sample sizes. This simulation study compared traditional norming with continuous norming models across 96 data conditions varying in sample size (500−1500), age trajectories (ages 2–22), variance patterns, and skewness. Generalized Additive Models for Location, Scale, and Shape (GAMLSS) that approximated the data generating conditions tended to be the best fitting models. Best fitting GAMLSS models showed closer fit to the data at N = 500 than traditional windowing norms at N = 1500 with the largest GAMLSS performance gains occurring by N = 750. Real-world neurobehavioral data supported the need for an iterative model selection process when developing continuous norms. Test developers can achieve high norming accuracy with smaller samples using a GAMLSS model selection process, potentially reducing costs while improving precision. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202987 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592

Easy-to-difficult transfer improves long-term motor learning of complex skills in autistic children: A randomized controlled trial / Andy C. Y. TSE in Research in Autism, 137 (September 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202988 Titre : Easy-to-difficult transfer improves long-term motor learning of complex skills in autistic children: A randomized controlled trial Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Andy C. Y. TSE, Auteur ; David I. ANDERSON, Auteur ; F. H. SUN, Auteur ; Patrick IP, Auteur ; James W. C. H. CHENG, Auteur Article en page(s) : 202988 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism  Motor learning  Easy-to-difficult transfer  Bicycle riding  Skill retention  Skill transfer Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Autistic children frequently experience motor coordination difficulties that, together with environmental barriers such as limited availability of trained professionals and inclusive physical activity settings, restrict participation in physical activities and reduce opportunities for social interaction. Despite the importance of motor skill development in this population, few studies have examined teaching strategies that optimise long-term skill acquisition and generalisation.Few studies have examined motor learning strategies that optimize long-term skill acquisition and generalization in this population. This study investigated whether an easy-to-difficult transfer framework would enhance the acquisition, retention, and transfer of a complex motor skill- two-wheel bicycle riding- compared with a traditional training-wheels approach. Fifty children aged 5–8 years (24 with autism, 26 typically developing [TD]) were randomly assigned within their diagnostic groups to either the easy-to-difficult transfer condition (balance bike to assisted wheels to independent riding) or the traditional condition (training wheels progression only). Participants completed six acquisition sessions over two weeks, followed by retention and transfer tests two weeks later. Riding performance was measured using a validated 15-item questionnaire (maximum score = 75). During acquisition, both TD groups performed equivalently and superior to both autism groups. Within the autism groups, the conventional approach produced significantly higher scores from Session 2 onward. However, the easy-to-difficult transfer group showed markedly superior retention and transfer performance across both populations. For autistic children, the easy-to-difficult group outperformed the traditional group in retention (M = 62.17, SD = 7.17 vs. M = 48.50, SD = 13.88) and transfer (M = 62.25, SD = 5.85 vs. M = 40.50, SD = 11.38). Parallel advantages were observed in the TD sample. Although traditional practice accelerated short-term gains during acquisition of complex skills, the easy-to-difficult transfer framework promoted more robust long-term retention and generalization, particularly in autistic children. This theoretically grounded approach offers a promising strategy for motor skill interventions in developmental disabilities. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202988 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592 [article] Easy-to-difficult transfer improves long-term motor learning of complex skills in autistic children: A randomized controlled trial [texte imprimé] / Andy C. Y. TSE, Auteur ; David I. ANDERSON, Auteur ; F. H. SUN, Auteur ; Patrick IP, Auteur ; James W. C. H. CHENG, Auteur . - 202988. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202988 Mots-clés : Autism  Motor learning  Easy-to-difficult transfer  Bicycle riding  Skill retention  Skill transfer Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Autistic children frequently experience motor coordination difficulties that, together with environmental barriers such as limited availability of trained professionals and inclusive physical activity settings, restrict participation in physical activities and reduce opportunities for social interaction. Despite the importance of motor skill development in this population, few studies have examined teaching strategies that optimise long-term skill acquisition and generalisation.Few studies have examined motor learning strategies that optimize long-term skill acquisition and generalization in this population. This study investigated whether an easy-to-difficult transfer framework would enhance the acquisition, retention, and transfer of a complex motor skill- two-wheel bicycle riding- compared with a traditional training-wheels approach. Fifty children aged 5–8 years (24 with autism, 26 typically developing [TD]) were randomly assigned within their diagnostic groups to either the easy-to-difficult transfer condition (balance bike to assisted wheels to independent riding) or the traditional condition (training wheels progression only). Participants completed six acquisition sessions over two weeks, followed by retention and transfer tests two weeks later. Riding performance was measured using a validated 15-item questionnaire (maximum score = 75). During acquisition, both TD groups performed equivalently and superior to both autism groups. Within the autism groups, the conventional approach produced significantly higher scores from Session 2 onward. However, the easy-to-difficult transfer group showed markedly superior retention and transfer performance across both populations. For autistic children, the easy-to-difficult group outperformed the traditional group in retention (M = 62.17, SD = 7.17 vs. M = 48.50, SD = 13.88) and transfer (M = 62.25, SD = 5.85 vs. M = 40.50, SD = 11.38). Parallel advantages were observed in the TD sample. Although traditional practice accelerated short-term gains during acquisition of complex skills, the easy-to-difficult transfer framework promoted more robust long-term retention and generalization, particularly in autistic children. This theoretically grounded approach offers a promising strategy for motor skill interventions in developmental disabilities. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202988 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592

Autism and hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS): A challenging combination / S. L. CLARK in Research in Autism, 137 (September 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202989 Titre : Autism and hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS): A challenging combination Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : S. L. CLARK, Auteur ; E. PORTCH, Auteur ; R. L. MOSELEY, Auteur ; E. ARDEN-CLOSE, Auteur Article en page(s) : 202989 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS)  Autism  Health services  Quality of life  Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS), a multi-systemic connective tissue disorder with extensive biopsychosocial impacts, occurs with greater than expected frequency in autistic people, yet the specific impacts on their daily lives and healthcare experiences are largely undocumented. In particular, there is limited information regarding ways in which each condition (autism, hEDS) might complicate or ameliorate the needs associated with the other one. We conducted semi-structured interviews with five women diagnosed with both autism and hEDS, which were analysed using Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA). While journeys to diagnosis were lengthy and distressing, obtaining diagnoses yielded the benefits of self-knowledge and self-compassion, improved self-management of their health, and better negotiation of practical and emotional support. Participants also noted that while autism facilitated some aspects of hEDS self-management, hEDS could exacerbate the medical challenges already disproportionately faced by autistic individuals. Overall, our preliminary findings suggest that the unique healthcare needs of this poorly understood and vulnerable subgroup may be unmet by current healthcare provision; moreover, potentially adaptive autistic strengths for illness management may not be commonly facilitated. To better accommodate these needs, communication training for healthcare professionals, adaptation of patient care environments and adoption of a holistic management approach are recommended. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202989 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592 [article] Autism and hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS): A challenging combination [texte imprimé] / S. L. CLARK, Auteur ; E. PORTCH, Auteur ; R. L. MOSELEY, Auteur ; E. ARDEN-CLOSE, Auteur . - 202989. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202989 Mots-clés : Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS)  Autism  Health services  Quality of life  Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS), a multi-systemic connective tissue disorder with extensive biopsychosocial impacts, occurs with greater than expected frequency in autistic people, yet the specific impacts on their daily lives and healthcare experiences are largely undocumented. In particular, there is limited information regarding ways in which each condition (autism, hEDS) might complicate or ameliorate the needs associated with the other one. We conducted semi-structured interviews with five women diagnosed with both autism and hEDS, which were analysed using Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA). While journeys to diagnosis were lengthy and distressing, obtaining diagnoses yielded the benefits of self-knowledge and self-compassion, improved self-management of their health, and better negotiation of practical and emotional support. Participants also noted that while autism facilitated some aspects of hEDS self-management, hEDS could exacerbate the medical challenges already disproportionately faced by autistic individuals. Overall, our preliminary findings suggest that the unique healthcare needs of this poorly understood and vulnerable subgroup may be unmet by current healthcare provision; moreover, potentially adaptive autistic strengths for illness management may not be commonly facilitated. To better accommodate these needs, communication training for healthcare professionals, adaptation of patient care environments and adoption of a holistic management approach are recommended. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202989 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592

Pictures or texts: Eye gazing patterns of preschoolers with ASD in picture book reading / Huilin LUO in Research in Autism, 137 (September 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202990 Titre : Pictures or texts: Eye gazing patterns of preschoolers with ASD in picture book reading Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Huilin LUO, Auteur ; Xinyue PENG, Auteur ; Jie SUN, Auteur ; Jing ZHAO, Auteur Article en page(s) : 202990 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Children with ASD  Eye-tracking  Picture book reading  Orthographic awareness Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : This study aimed to compare the eye-gazing patterns of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) during picture book reading, based on their distinct reading profiles. Eighty-one children with ASD were divided into three groups based on reading assessments: ASD with imbalanced reading profile (high word reading but low comprehension; n = 32), ASD with average reading profile (n = 25), and ASD with low reading profile (n = 24). A control group of 32 TD children was matched on age and Chinese orthographic symbols (i.e., character) recognition to the imbalanced and average reading profiles groups. Eye-tracking was used to measure fixation duration, fixation numbers, and fixation density on pictures and texts while participants read a picture book under three orthographic symbol conditions: common, rare, and foreign characters. Children with ASD and imbalanced reading profiles demonstrated statistically significantly longer fixation duration on text and shorter fixations on pictures compared to all other groups (ASD average, ASD low, and TD). All children exhibited similar fixation durations, fixation numbers, and fixation densities for rare and common characters but had fewer fixations on foreign characters. The findings underscore the critical importance of subgrouping children with ASD by their reading profiles in research, as their cognitive-linguistic profiles significantly influence visual attention during reading. The results highlight the role of orthographic awareness in character recognition and suggest that imbalanced reading profiles in ASD are characterized by a unique visual attention preference for text over contextual images. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202990 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592 [article] Pictures or texts: Eye gazing patterns of preschoolers with ASD in picture book reading [texte imprimé] / Huilin LUO, Auteur ; Xinyue PENG, Auteur ; Jie SUN, Auteur ; Jing ZHAO, Auteur . - 202990. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202990 Mots-clés : Children with ASD  Eye-tracking  Picture book reading  Orthographic awareness Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : This study aimed to compare the eye-gazing patterns of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) during picture book reading, based on their distinct reading profiles. Eighty-one children with ASD were divided into three groups based on reading assessments: ASD with imbalanced reading profile (high word reading but low comprehension; n = 32), ASD with average reading profile (n = 25), and ASD with low reading profile (n = 24). A control group of 32 TD children was matched on age and Chinese orthographic symbols (i.e., character) recognition to the imbalanced and average reading profiles groups. Eye-tracking was used to measure fixation duration, fixation numbers, and fixation density on pictures and texts while participants read a picture book under three orthographic symbol conditions: common, rare, and foreign characters. Children with ASD and imbalanced reading profiles demonstrated statistically significantly longer fixation duration on text and shorter fixations on pictures compared to all other groups (ASD average, ASD low, and TD). All children exhibited similar fixation durations, fixation numbers, and fixation densities for rare and common characters but had fewer fixations on foreign characters. The findings underscore the critical importance of subgrouping children with ASD by their reading profiles in research, as their cognitive-linguistic profiles significantly influence visual attention during reading. The results highlight the role of orthographic awareness in character recognition and suggest that imbalanced reading profiles in ASD are characterized by a unique visual attention preference for text over contextual images. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202990 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592

Trait-based dimensional measures and WAIS-IV index scores for differentiating autism spectrum disorder with and without ADHD in adults / Artemios PEHLIVANIDIS in Research in Autism, 137 (September 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202991 Titre : Trait-based dimensional measures and WAIS-IV index scores for differentiating autism spectrum disorder with and without ADHD in adults Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Artemios PEHLIVANIDIS, Auteur ; Eleni GIANNOULIS, Auteur ; Eva KALANTZI, Auteur ; Anthi PAPAIAKOVOU, Auteur ; Anastasia BOKOU, Auteur ; Kalliopi KOROBILI, Auteur ; Dimitra STAMATIADI, Auteur ; Katerina PAPANIKOLAOU, Auteur Article en page(s) : 202991 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Adult autism  ADHD co-occurrence  Empathy  Emotional dysregulation  WAIS-IV  Working Memory Index Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Autism in adulthood is characterized by marked heterogeneity in cognitive, socio-emotional, and affective functioning. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) frequently co-occurs with autism, contributing to diagnostic complexity and variability in clinical presentation. Methods Trait-based dimensions derived from self-report screening instruments (AQ, EQ, ALS-18, BAARS-IV) and WAIS-IV cognitive indices were examined in 164 adults diagnosed with autism, ADHD, or co-occurring autism + ADHD. Stepwise discriminant function analysis was used to identify multivariate profiles differentiating these clinical presentations. Results Two significant discriminant functions emerged. The first (87.6% variance) was primarily defined by self-reported empathy (EQ) and autistic trait severity (AQ),distinguishing autistic from ADHD presentations. The second (12.4% of variance) was characterized mainly by working-memory performance (WMI), current ADHD symptoms (BAARS-6), and affective lability (ALS-18), contributing to the differentiation of adults with co-occurring autism + ADHD. The discriminant model correctly classified 65.2% of the original cases and 61.6% of cases following leave-one-out cross-validation. Conclusions The findings support the value of combining cognitive indices with dimensional trait measures to characterize heterogeneity across adults with ADHD, autism, and co-occurring autism + ADHD. Although the discriminant model identified clinically meaningful multivariate profiles, its moderate cross-validated classification accuracy indicates that it should be regarded as exploratory and requires replication and external validation before clinical application. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202991 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592 [article] Trait-based dimensional measures and WAIS-IV index scores for differentiating autism spectrum disorder with and without ADHD in adults [texte imprimé] / Artemios PEHLIVANIDIS, Auteur ; Eleni GIANNOULIS, Auteur ; Eva KALANTZI, Auteur ; Anthi PAPAIAKOVOU, Auteur ; Anastasia BOKOU, Auteur ; Kalliopi KOROBILI, Auteur ; Dimitra STAMATIADI, Auteur ; Katerina PAPANIKOLAOU, Auteur . - 202991. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202991 Mots-clés : Adult autism  ADHD co-occurrence  Empathy  Emotional dysregulation  WAIS-IV  Working Memory Index Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Autism in adulthood is characterized by marked heterogeneity in cognitive, socio-emotional, and affective functioning. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) frequently co-occurs with autism, contributing to diagnostic complexity and variability in clinical presentation. Methods Trait-based dimensions derived from self-report screening instruments (AQ, EQ, ALS-18, BAARS-IV) and WAIS-IV cognitive indices were examined in 164 adults diagnosed with autism, ADHD, or co-occurring autism + ADHD. Stepwise discriminant function analysis was used to identify multivariate profiles differentiating these clinical presentations. Results Two significant discriminant functions emerged. The first (87.6% variance) was primarily defined by self-reported empathy (EQ) and autistic trait severity (AQ),distinguishing autistic from ADHD presentations. The second (12.4% of variance) was characterized mainly by working-memory performance (WMI), current ADHD symptoms (BAARS-6), and affective lability (ALS-18), contributing to the differentiation of adults with co-occurring autism + ADHD. The discriminant model correctly classified 65.2% of the original cases and 61.6% of cases following leave-one-out cross-validation. Conclusions The findings support the value of combining cognitive indices with dimensional trait measures to characterize heterogeneity across adults with ADHD, autism, and co-occurring autism + ADHD. Although the discriminant model identified clinically meaningful multivariate profiles, its moderate cross-validated classification accuracy indicates that it should be regarded as exploratory and requires replication and external validation before clinical application. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202991 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592

Teachers’ and caregivers’ predictions of autistic students’ kindergarten transition success / Ainsley BUCK in Research in Autism, 137 (September 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202992 Titre : Teachers’ and caregivers’ predictions of autistic students’ kindergarten transition success Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Ainsley BUCK, Auteur ; Heather NUSKE, Auteur ; Elizabeth McGhee HASSRICK, Auteur ; Nicole SPARAPANI, Auteur ; Suzannah IADAROLA, Auteur ; Lynne LEVATO, Auteur ; Aubyn C. STAHMER, Auteur ; Connie KASARI, Auteur ; David S. MANDELL, Auteur Article en page(s) : 202992 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Kindergarten transition  Transition planning  Social-emotional adjustment  Caregiver/teacher perception Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Successful transitions to kindergarten improve children’s short- and long-term outcomes. Autistic children are more likely than their typically developing peers to face challenges during these transitions. There are no standard transition planning practices for autistic students; therefore, decisions about classroom placement and supports rely primarily on caregiver and teacher perceptions. No published studies examine the predictive validity of caregiver and teacher perspectives or how to incorporate them into decision-making. We examined whether caregivers and preschool teachers could predict children’s adjustment to kindergarten, and whether caregiver-teacher communication and teachers’ autism experience moderated prediction accuracy. The sample included 93 caregiver-child dyads, 68 preschool teachers, and 54 kindergarten teachers. All children had either a medical diagnosis or educational classification of autism. Caregivers and preschool teachers completed a survey, predicting the success of their student/child in kindergarten. Preschool teachers’ prediction of children’s successful adjustment was positively associated with children’s positive affect, like contentedness or excitement, in kindergarten. Caregivers’ prediction of children’s successful adjustment was negatively associated with children’s interfering behavior. Neither caregiver-teacher communication nor teacher autism experience moderated the association between predictions and child outcomes. Findings suggest that teachers and caregivers offer complementary insights that should be included in transition planning to better support autistic children’s transitions to kindergarten. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202992 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592 [article] Teachers’ and caregivers’ predictions of autistic students’ kindergarten transition success [texte imprimé] / Ainsley BUCK, Auteur ; Heather NUSKE, Auteur ; Elizabeth McGhee HASSRICK, Auteur ; Nicole SPARAPANI, Auteur ; Suzannah IADAROLA, Auteur ; Lynne LEVATO, Auteur ; Aubyn C. STAHMER, Auteur ; Connie KASARI, Auteur ; David S. MANDELL, Auteur . - 202992. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202992 Mots-clés : Kindergarten transition  Transition planning  Social-emotional adjustment  Caregiver/teacher perception Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Successful transitions to kindergarten improve children’s short- and long-term outcomes. Autistic children are more likely than their typically developing peers to face challenges during these transitions. There are no standard transition planning practices for autistic students; therefore, decisions about classroom placement and supports rely primarily on caregiver and teacher perceptions. No published studies examine the predictive validity of caregiver and teacher perspectives or how to incorporate them into decision-making. We examined whether caregivers and preschool teachers could predict children’s adjustment to kindergarten, and whether caregiver-teacher communication and teachers’ autism experience moderated prediction accuracy. The sample included 93 caregiver-child dyads, 68 preschool teachers, and 54 kindergarten teachers. All children had either a medical diagnosis or educational classification of autism. Caregivers and preschool teachers completed a survey, predicting the success of their student/child in kindergarten. Preschool teachers’ prediction of children’s successful adjustment was positively associated with children’s positive affect, like contentedness or excitement, in kindergarten. Caregivers’ prediction of children’s successful adjustment was negatively associated with children’s interfering behavior. Neither caregiver-teacher communication nor teacher autism experience moderated the association between predictions and child outcomes. Findings suggest that teachers and caregivers offer complementary insights that should be included in transition planning to better support autistic children’s transitions to kindergarten. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202992 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592

Development and psychometric validation of Visual Behavior Questionnaire (VBQ): A questionnaire to capture visual symptoms in autism spectrum disorder / Santosh CHHETRI in Research in Autism, 137 (September 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202994 Titre : Development and psychometric validation of Visual Behavior Questionnaire (VBQ): A questionnaire to capture visual symptoms in autism spectrum disorder Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Santosh CHHETRI, Auteur ; Rachel A. COULTER, Auteur ; Oshin SHRESTHA, Auteur ; Srijana ADHIKARI, Auteur ; Umesh BELBASE, Auteur ; Mario CANTÓ-CERDÁN, Auteur Article en page(s) : 202994 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism Spectrum Disorder  Visual behavior  Visual dysfunction  Psychometric validation  Questionnaire Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Significance statement By providing reliable, interval-level measurement, the VBQ offers a promising tool for identifying visual symptoms in children with ASD; its utility for screening, monitoring, and clinical management will need to be confirmed in future externally validated and longitudinal studies. Background Atypical visual behaviors are highly prevalent in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), yet validated instruments to quantify these symptoms remain limited. This study aimed to develop and validate the Visual Behavior Questionnaire (VBQ) for the assessment of visual symptoms associated with ASD. Methods Parents of 93 children with clinically confirmed ASD (aged 4–12 years) and 100 typically developing controls completed a 15-item pilot Visual Behavior Questionnaire. The questionnaire was refined and psychometrically evaluated using Rasch analysis. Discriminative ability, validity, and test–retest reliability were subsequently assessed. Results Rasch refinement yielded an 8-item instrument with ordered response categories, satisfactory model fit, and no gender-based DIF. Person reliability was 0.83 and item reliability 0.93, supporting adequate discrimination and stable item hierarchy. Unidimensionality was supported by residual principal component analysis. Targeting revealed a floor effect (−1.68 logits), reflecting limited representation of high symptom severity. ROC analysis showed excellent discrimination between the ASD and control groups within this sample (AUC = 0.951), with a preliminary optimal cutoff score of ≥ 7. The VBQ correlated significantly with MEM and NPC values and showed excellent repeatability (ICC = 0.980). Conclusion The VBQ demonstrates strong psychometric performance and provides a brief tool for identifying visual symptoms associated with ASD. External validation, including longitudinal studies, is needed before its utility for monitoring and clinical management can be established. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202994 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592 [article] Development and psychometric validation of Visual Behavior Questionnaire (VBQ): A questionnaire to capture visual symptoms in autism spectrum disorder [texte imprimé] / Santosh CHHETRI, Auteur ; Rachel A. COULTER, Auteur ; Oshin SHRESTHA, Auteur ; Srijana ADHIKARI, Auteur ; Umesh BELBASE, Auteur ; Mario CANTÓ-CERDÁN, Auteur . - 202994. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202994 Mots-clés : Autism Spectrum Disorder  Visual behavior  Visual dysfunction  Psychometric validation  Questionnaire Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Significance statement By providing reliable, interval-level measurement, the VBQ offers a promising tool for identifying visual symptoms in children with ASD; its utility for screening, monitoring, and clinical management will need to be confirmed in future externally validated and longitudinal studies. Background Atypical visual behaviors are highly prevalent in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), yet validated instruments to quantify these symptoms remain limited. This study aimed to develop and validate the Visual Behavior Questionnaire (VBQ) for the assessment of visual symptoms associated with ASD. Methods Parents of 93 children with clinically confirmed ASD (aged 4–12 years) and 100 typically developing controls completed a 15-item pilot Visual Behavior Questionnaire. The questionnaire was refined and psychometrically evaluated using Rasch analysis. Discriminative ability, validity, and test–retest reliability were subsequently assessed. Results Rasch refinement yielded an 8-item instrument with ordered response categories, satisfactory model fit, and no gender-based DIF. Person reliability was 0.83 and item reliability 0.93, supporting adequate discrimination and stable item hierarchy. Unidimensionality was supported by residual principal component analysis. Targeting revealed a floor effect (−1.68 logits), reflecting limited representation of high symptom severity. ROC analysis showed excellent discrimination between the ASD and control groups within this sample (AUC = 0.951), with a preliminary optimal cutoff score of ≥ 7. The VBQ correlated significantly with MEM and NPC values and showed excellent repeatability (ICC = 0.980). Conclusion The VBQ demonstrates strong psychometric performance and provides a brief tool for identifying visual symptoms associated with ASD. External validation, including longitudinal studies, is needed before its utility for monitoring and clinical management can be established. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202994 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592

Machine learning classification of autistic adults using vowel acoustic features / Georgios P. GEORGIOU in Research in Autism, 137 (September 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202995 Titre : Machine learning classification of autistic adults using vowel acoustic features Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Georgios P. GEORGIOU, Auteur ; Maria PAPHITI, Auteur Article en page(s) : 202995 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism  Machine learning  Speech  Vowels  Explainability Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition for which timely and accurate identification remains an important clinical priority. Early and reliable identification can facilitate access to assessment, diagnosis, and appropriate support; however, current diagnostic pathways still rely largely on behavioural evaluation and clinical judgement. In this context, machine learning (ML) approaches have attracted growing interest because they can identify subtle and complex patterns in speech data that may not be readily captured through conventional methods. The current study investigated the potential of ML models to distinguish vowel productions from autistic and neurotypical adults based on acoustic speech features. Acoustic measures included fundamental frequency (F0), the first three formants (F1, F2, F3), duration, jitter, shimmer, harmonics-to-noise ratio (HNR), and intensity, elicited through a controlled production task. Four supervised ML models were evaluated: LightGBM, Random Forest, Support Vector Machine, and XGBoost. Under random token-level splitting, all models demonstrated good classification performance, with the best-performing model achieving an area under the curve (AUC) of approximately 0.89. However, performance decreased substantially under speaker-independent cross-validation, with AUCs approximately 0.60 and wider confidence intervals, indicating more limited generalization to vowel productions from unseen speakers. SHAP analyses nevertheless showed a broadly consistent feature-importance pattern across validation schemes, with F0 emerging as the strongest predictor, followed by intensity, while F3 and other acoustic measures made smaller contributions. These findings indicate that vowel acoustics contain information relevant to distinguishing autistic and neurotypical speech within a controlled dataset, while also demonstrating that classification performance is substantially attenuated under speaker-independent validation. The results highlight both the potential of interpretable speech-based ML for investigating acoustic markers of autism and the importance of rigorous speaker-independent evaluation. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202995 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592 [article] Machine learning classification of autistic adults using vowel acoustic features [texte imprimé] / Georgios P. GEORGIOU, Auteur ; Maria PAPHITI, Auteur . - 202995. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202995 Mots-clés : Autism  Machine learning  Speech  Vowels  Explainability Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition for which timely and accurate identification remains an important clinical priority. Early and reliable identification can facilitate access to assessment, diagnosis, and appropriate support; however, current diagnostic pathways still rely largely on behavioural evaluation and clinical judgement. In this context, machine learning (ML) approaches have attracted growing interest because they can identify subtle and complex patterns in speech data that may not be readily captured through conventional methods. The current study investigated the potential of ML models to distinguish vowel productions from autistic and neurotypical adults based on acoustic speech features. Acoustic measures included fundamental frequency (F0), the first three formants (F1, F2, F3), duration, jitter, shimmer, harmonics-to-noise ratio (HNR), and intensity, elicited through a controlled production task. Four supervised ML models were evaluated: LightGBM, Random Forest, Support Vector Machine, and XGBoost. Under random token-level splitting, all models demonstrated good classification performance, with the best-performing model achieving an area under the curve (AUC) of approximately 0.89. However, performance decreased substantially under speaker-independent cross-validation, with AUCs approximately 0.60 and wider confidence intervals, indicating more limited generalization to vowel productions from unseen speakers. SHAP analyses nevertheless showed a broadly consistent feature-importance pattern across validation schemes, with F0 emerging as the strongest predictor, followed by intensity, while F3 and other acoustic measures made smaller contributions. These findings indicate that vowel acoustics contain information relevant to distinguishing autistic and neurotypical speech within a controlled dataset, while also demonstrating that classification performance is substantially attenuated under speaker-independent validation. The results highlight both the potential of interpretable speech-based ML for investigating acoustic markers of autism and the importance of rigorous speaker-independent evaluation. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202995 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592

Brief Report: Understanding moderators of a multi-component communication intervention for young autistic children / Elizabeth A. FULLER in Research in Autism, 137 (September 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202997 Titre : Brief Report: Understanding moderators of a multi-component communication intervention for young autistic children Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Elizabeth A. FULLER, Auteur ; Lauren H. HAMPTON, Auteur ; Ann P. KAISER, Auteur Article en page(s) : 202997 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism  Adaptive Interventions  NDBI Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : This study examines moderators of the communication outcomes for young preverbal children with autism who participated in a randomized control trial of a multicomponent communication intervention. Sixty-eight children (mean age 43.06 months) with autism were randomly assigned to either a 36-session blended intervention combining a naturalistic communication intervention with a discrete trial intervention or a business-as-usual control group. Object interest and the frequency of disengaging behaviors moderated the effects of intervention on initiating joint attention, such that children with lower frequency play behaviors and higher frequency disengaging behaviors who were randomly assigned to the intervention group demonstrated significantly more initiations of joint attention at posttest compared to those in the control group. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202997 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592 [article] Brief Report: Understanding moderators of a multi-component communication intervention for young autistic children [texte imprimé] / Elizabeth A. FULLER, Auteur ; Lauren H. HAMPTON, Auteur ; Ann P. KAISER, Auteur . - 202997. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202997 Mots-clés : Autism  Adaptive Interventions  NDBI Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : This study examines moderators of the communication outcomes for young preverbal children with autism who participated in a randomized control trial of a multicomponent communication intervention. Sixty-eight children (mean age 43.06 months) with autism were randomly assigned to either a 36-session blended intervention combining a naturalistic communication intervention with a discrete trial intervention or a business-as-usual control group. Object interest and the frequency of disengaging behaviors moderated the effects of intervention on initiating joint attention, such that children with lower frequency play behaviors and higher frequency disengaging behaviors who were randomly assigned to the intervention group demonstrated significantly more initiations of joint attention at posttest compared to those in the control group. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202997 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592