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Differential visual attention in autism spectrum disorder: A meta-analysis of gaze duration across dynamic-static and social-nonsocial stimuli / Shucai LI in Research in Autism, 138 (October 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.202996 Titre : Differential visual attention in autism spectrum disorder: A meta-analysis of gaze duration across dynamic-static and social-nonsocial stimuli Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Shucai LI, Auteur ; Lilan CHEN, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.202996 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism spectrum disorder  Eye movement  Visual attention  Meta-analysis Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Current research on visual attention characteristics in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) predominantly focuses on single stimulus dimensions, with inconsistent conclusions regarding attentional modulation mechanisms. Aim This meta-analysis aimed to quantify gaze duration differences in ASD across orthogonal stimulus dimensions (dynamic-static, social-nonsocial) and evaluate moderating effects of age, sex, and task type. Methods and procedures In accordance with PRISMA guidelines, a systematic search strategy was adopted. First, 2805 records were identified through database searching; then, title-abstract screening led to the identification of 89 potentially relevant studies and, finally, after full-text screening, 26 studies were included. Outcomes and results The meta-analysis revealed a complex, stimulus-dependent pattern of visual attention in ASD. For dynamic stimuli, individuals with ASD showed significantly enhanced gaze duration to non-social content (d = 0.75, p = .011) but a non-significant trend toward reduced gaze to social content (d = −0.58, p = .376). For static stimuli, a marked dissociation emerged: severely reduced gaze duration to social stimuli (d = −2.89, p < .001) contrasted with comparable performance on non-social stimuli (d = 0.04, p = .930). Moderator analyses revealed significant effects of age (dynamic: p = .022; static: p = .012), sex (dynamic: p = .049; static: p = .140), and task type (dynamic: p = .033; static: p = .015). Conclusions and Implications ASD demonstrates stimulus-dependent visual attention patterns characterized by (a) severe differences in processing of static social stimuli, (b) enhanced attention to dynamic non-social stimuli, and (c) preserved performance on static non-social tasks. These patterns are differentially modulated by developmental stage, sex, and task demands. Findings support the dual-pathway processing theory (ventral social network difficulty / dorsal non-social network compensation) and provide empirical foundations for developing developmental-stage- and sex-specific attention interventions. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202996 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594 [article] Differential visual attention in autism spectrum disorder: A meta-analysis of gaze duration across dynamic-static and social-nonsocial stimuli [texte imprimé] / Shucai LI, Auteur ; Lilan CHEN, Auteur . - p.202996. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.202996 Mots-clés : Autism spectrum disorder  Eye movement  Visual attention  Meta-analysis Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Current research on visual attention characteristics in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) predominantly focuses on single stimulus dimensions, with inconsistent conclusions regarding attentional modulation mechanisms. Aim This meta-analysis aimed to quantify gaze duration differences in ASD across orthogonal stimulus dimensions (dynamic-static, social-nonsocial) and evaluate moderating effects of age, sex, and task type. Methods and procedures In accordance with PRISMA guidelines, a systematic search strategy was adopted. First, 2805 records were identified through database searching; then, title-abstract screening led to the identification of 89 potentially relevant studies and, finally, after full-text screening, 26 studies were included. Outcomes and results The meta-analysis revealed a complex, stimulus-dependent pattern of visual attention in ASD. For dynamic stimuli, individuals with ASD showed significantly enhanced gaze duration to non-social content (d = 0.75, p = .011) but a non-significant trend toward reduced gaze to social content (d = −0.58, p = .376). For static stimuli, a marked dissociation emerged: severely reduced gaze duration to social stimuli (d = −2.89, p < .001) contrasted with comparable performance on non-social stimuli (d = 0.04, p = .930). Moderator analyses revealed significant effects of age (dynamic: p = .022; static: p = .012), sex (dynamic: p = .049; static: p = .140), and task type (dynamic: p = .033; static: p = .015). Conclusions and Implications ASD demonstrates stimulus-dependent visual attention patterns characterized by (a) severe differences in processing of static social stimuli, (b) enhanced attention to dynamic non-social stimuli, and (c) preserved performance on static non-social tasks. These patterns are differentially modulated by developmental stage, sex, and task demands. Findings support the dual-pathway processing theory (ventral social network difficulty / dorsal non-social network compensation) and provide empirical foundations for developing developmental-stage- and sex-specific attention interventions. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202996 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594

Art therapy for autistic adults against depression: A multi-perspective study / Yufan WANG in Research in Autism, 138 (October 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.202998 Titre : Art therapy for autistic adults against depression: A multi-perspective study Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Yufan WANG, Auteur ; Bérengère G. DIGARD, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.202998 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism  Depression  Psychological Well-being  Art Therapy Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Purpose Building on the socio-ecological model of health, this study investigates the barriers to delivering and accessing art therapy for autistic adults with depression, drawing on insights from both art therapists and autistic adults. Methods Through a mixed-methods online questionnaire, participants responded to closed-ended questions that asked about their experiences and/or perceptions of art therapy, attitudes towards art therapy, and the extent to which they identified with barriers reported in past literature. Open-ended questions followed to uncover lived experiences that might speak to barriers specific to art therapy not captured by past literature. Results Overall, both groups believed art therapy to be an effective treatment. Barriers identified by both groups primarily reflected systemic challenges, while other barriers highlighted stakeholders’ unique experiences and perspectives about treatment. Thematic analysis revealed similar and additional multidimensional barriers to delivering and accessing art therapy. Participants highlighted barriers associated with 1) accessibility (i.e. affordability, availability, and simplicity); 2) professional practice (i.e. autism knowledge, concurrent diagnoses, familial support, integrated care, and relationship building); and 3) making the experience individualised (i.e. with the right approach, environment, and emotional support). Conclusion This is one of the first studies to systematically report and analyse art therapy experiences on autism and depression. Lived experiences highlight that barriers across different levels of the socio-ecological model interact dynamically and influence the interactions between different stakeholders. Future interventions should leverage on influencing these interactions to support overall accessibility and effectiveness of art therapy. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202998 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594 [article] Art therapy for autistic adults against depression: A multi-perspective study [texte imprimé] / Yufan WANG, Auteur ; Bérengère G. DIGARD, Auteur . - p.202998. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.202998 Mots-clés : Autism  Depression  Psychological Well-being  Art Therapy Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Purpose Building on the socio-ecological model of health, this study investigates the barriers to delivering and accessing art therapy for autistic adults with depression, drawing on insights from both art therapists and autistic adults. Methods Through a mixed-methods online questionnaire, participants responded to closed-ended questions that asked about their experiences and/or perceptions of art therapy, attitudes towards art therapy, and the extent to which they identified with barriers reported in past literature. Open-ended questions followed to uncover lived experiences that might speak to barriers specific to art therapy not captured by past literature. Results Overall, both groups believed art therapy to be an effective treatment. Barriers identified by both groups primarily reflected systemic challenges, while other barriers highlighted stakeholders’ unique experiences and perspectives about treatment. Thematic analysis revealed similar and additional multidimensional barriers to delivering and accessing art therapy. Participants highlighted barriers associated with 1) accessibility (i.e. affordability, availability, and simplicity); 2) professional practice (i.e. autism knowledge, concurrent diagnoses, familial support, integrated care, and relationship building); and 3) making the experience individualised (i.e. with the right approach, environment, and emotional support). Conclusion This is one of the first studies to systematically report and analyse art therapy experiences on autism and depression. Lived experiences highlight that barriers across different levels of the socio-ecological model interact dynamically and influence the interactions between different stakeholders. Future interventions should leverage on influencing these interactions to support overall accessibility and effectiveness of art therapy. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202998 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594

Virtual reality relaxation for autistic adults on acute inpatient mental health wards: A pilot study / Sarah L. NICHOLSON in Research in Autism, 138 (October 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203007 Titre : Virtual reality relaxation for autistic adults on acute inpatient mental health wards: A pilot study Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Sarah L. NICHOLSON, Auteur ; Siobhan SINCLAIR-STRONG, Auteur ; Rachel MCGRANAHAN, Auteur ; Paige FRANKSON, Auteur ; Louie COCHRANE, Auteur ; Simon RICHES, Auteur ; Freya RUMBALL, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.203007 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Virtual reality  Nature-based therapy  Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)  Acute mental health  Inpatient care  Stress reduction  Pilot study [1−7] Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Virtual reality (VR) has potential as a relaxation intervention on acute inpatient mental health wards. VR may have additional advantages for autistic individuals who can sometimes experience difficulties with visualisation, which is required in many traditional relaxation techniques. This study aimed to investigate feasibility and acceptability of VR relaxation for autistic adults on acute inpatient mental health wards. Autistic inpatients (N = 14) were recruited from acute mental health wards in South London. Clients experienced one session of nature-based VR relaxation using a VR headset. Visual analogue scales of psychological wellbeing and ability to imagine a relaxing scene were completed pre- and post-VR, and measures of helpfulness and immersion were completed post-VR. Qualitative feedback was collected regarding clients’ experiences of VR relaxation, and clinicians’ reflections on facilitating sessions. Post-VR, clients reported significant decreases in stress, anxiety, and difficulty imagining a relaxing scene, and significant increases in relaxation, happiness, and connectedness to nature (all large effects). Qualitative findings suggested that clients found VR relaxation enjoyable, relaxing, helpful, and immersive, and it distracted them from being on the ward. However, some clients declined the intervention due to sensory sensitivities. Clinicians’ experiences of delivering VR relaxation were generally positive, but they identified some challenges to delivery and recommendations for future implementation. Findings suggest VR relaxation is feasible and acceptable to implement as an intervention for autistic inpatients on acute mental health wards and may be a helpful way to manage stress and promote relaxation. Future research with larger samples and longer-term follow-ups is needed. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203007 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594 [article] Virtual reality relaxation for autistic adults on acute inpatient mental health wards: A pilot study [texte imprimé] / Sarah L. NICHOLSON, Auteur ; Siobhan SINCLAIR-STRONG, Auteur ; Rachel MCGRANAHAN, Auteur ; Paige FRANKSON, Auteur ; Louie COCHRANE, Auteur ; Simon RICHES, Auteur ; Freya RUMBALL, Auteur . - p.203007. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203007 Mots-clés : Virtual reality  Nature-based therapy  Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)  Acute mental health  Inpatient care  Stress reduction  Pilot study [1−7] Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Virtual reality (VR) has potential as a relaxation intervention on acute inpatient mental health wards. VR may have additional advantages for autistic individuals who can sometimes experience difficulties with visualisation, which is required in many traditional relaxation techniques. This study aimed to investigate feasibility and acceptability of VR relaxation for autistic adults on acute inpatient mental health wards. Autistic inpatients (N = 14) were recruited from acute mental health wards in South London. Clients experienced one session of nature-based VR relaxation using a VR headset. Visual analogue scales of psychological wellbeing and ability to imagine a relaxing scene were completed pre- and post-VR, and measures of helpfulness and immersion were completed post-VR. Qualitative feedback was collected regarding clients’ experiences of VR relaxation, and clinicians’ reflections on facilitating sessions. Post-VR, clients reported significant decreases in stress, anxiety, and difficulty imagining a relaxing scene, and significant increases in relaxation, happiness, and connectedness to nature (all large effects). Qualitative findings suggested that clients found VR relaxation enjoyable, relaxing, helpful, and immersive, and it distracted them from being on the ward. However, some clients declined the intervention due to sensory sensitivities. Clinicians’ experiences of delivering VR relaxation were generally positive, but they identified some challenges to delivery and recommendations for future implementation. Findings suggest VR relaxation is feasible and acceptable to implement as an intervention for autistic inpatients on acute mental health wards and may be a helpful way to manage stress and promote relaxation. Future research with larger samples and longer-term follow-ups is needed. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203007 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594

Efficacy of cognitive behavioral therapy for anxiety symptoms in autistic individuals and individuals with intellectual disability: A systematic review and meta-analysis / Shengyi SHAO in Research in Autism, 138 (October 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203008 Titre : Efficacy of cognitive behavioral therapy for anxiety symptoms in autistic individuals and individuals with intellectual disability: A systematic review and meta-analysis Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Shengyi SHAO, Auteur ; Deshen HAN, Auteur ; Jun WANG, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.203008 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Cognitive behavioral therapy  Autism spectrum disorder  Intellectual disability  Anxiety  Systematic review  Meta-analysis Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Purpose Findings on the efficacy of adapted cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for anxiety in autistic individuals and individuals with intellectual disability (ID) remain inconsistent. This study systematically reviewed and quantified the effects of adapted CBT on anxiety symptoms in these populations. Methods PubMed, Web of Science, Embase, the Cochrane Library, and Chinese databases were searched from inception to December 9, 2025. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) comparing adapted CBT with control conditions were included. Risk of bias was assessed using RoB 2.0. The certainty of evidence was assessed using the GRADE framework. One prespecified anxiety measure per study was selected via a predefined hierarchy. Hedges' g was pooled using random-effects meta-analysis. Results Twenty-three RCTs (1115 participants) were included. In autistic individuals, adapted CBT significantly reduced post-treatment anxiety (19 studies; g = −0.83, 95% CI −1.16 to −0.50, p < 0.00001; I² = 80%), whereas the follow-up estimate remained uncertain because the confidence interval included the null. In individuals with ID, CBT showed a small post-treatment benefit (4 studies; g = −0.32, 95% CI −0.62 to −0.01, p = 0.04; I² = 23%), but this finding was sensitive to sample composition. Egger's test suggested possible small-study effects in the post-treatment analysis for autistic individuals. The certainty of evidence was rated very low for the post-treatment and follow-up effects in autistic individuals and low for the post-treatment effect in individuals with ID. Conclusions Available evidence suggests that adapted CBT may reduce anxiety symptoms at post-treatment in autistic individuals; however, confidence in this estimate is limited by very low certainty of evidence, substantial heterogeneity, and possible small-study effects. Evidence for sustained benefit remains uncertain. CBT may also benefit individuals with ID, but the evidence base is small and of low certainty. Further high-quality trials with standardized follow-up assessments are needed to establish the durability and generalizability of these effects. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203008 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594 [article] Efficacy of cognitive behavioral therapy for anxiety symptoms in autistic individuals and individuals with intellectual disability: A systematic review and meta-analysis [texte imprimé] / Shengyi SHAO, Auteur ; Deshen HAN, Auteur ; Jun WANG, Auteur . - p.203008. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203008 Mots-clés : Cognitive behavioral therapy  Autism spectrum disorder  Intellectual disability  Anxiety  Systematic review  Meta-analysis Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Purpose Findings on the efficacy of adapted cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for anxiety in autistic individuals and individuals with intellectual disability (ID) remain inconsistent. This study systematically reviewed and quantified the effects of adapted CBT on anxiety symptoms in these populations. Methods PubMed, Web of Science, Embase, the Cochrane Library, and Chinese databases were searched from inception to December 9, 2025. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) comparing adapted CBT with control conditions were included. Risk of bias was assessed using RoB 2.0. The certainty of evidence was assessed using the GRADE framework. One prespecified anxiety measure per study was selected via a predefined hierarchy. Hedges' g was pooled using random-effects meta-analysis. Results Twenty-three RCTs (1115 participants) were included. In autistic individuals, adapted CBT significantly reduced post-treatment anxiety (19 studies; g = −0.83, 95% CI −1.16 to −0.50, p < 0.00001; I² = 80%), whereas the follow-up estimate remained uncertain because the confidence interval included the null. In individuals with ID, CBT showed a small post-treatment benefit (4 studies; g = −0.32, 95% CI −0.62 to −0.01, p = 0.04; I² = 23%), but this finding was sensitive to sample composition. Egger's test suggested possible small-study effects in the post-treatment analysis for autistic individuals. The certainty of evidence was rated very low for the post-treatment and follow-up effects in autistic individuals and low for the post-treatment effect in individuals with ID. Conclusions Available evidence suggests that adapted CBT may reduce anxiety symptoms at post-treatment in autistic individuals; however, confidence in this estimate is limited by very low certainty of evidence, substantial heterogeneity, and possible small-study effects. Evidence for sustained benefit remains uncertain. CBT may also benefit individuals with ID, but the evidence base is small and of low certainty. Further high-quality trials with standardized follow-up assessments are needed to establish the durability and generalizability of these effects. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203008 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594

Development of the Tele-ASD Diagnostic Assessment Tool for Adolescents and Adults (TADA) / Hannah H. HARTNETT in Research in Autism, 138 (October 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203009 Titre : Development of the Tele-ASD Diagnostic Assessment Tool for Adolescents and Adults (TADA) Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Hannah H. HARTNETT, Auteur ; Amy S. WEITLAUF, Auteur ; Ryan COLEMAN, Auteur ; Jacob I. FELDMAN, Auteur ; Rachel HUNDLEY, Auteur ; Caitlin STONE, Auteur ; Gabi CASTILLO-MARTINEZ, Auteur ; Swanson AMY, Auteur ; Vehorn ALISON, Auteur ; Joshua WADE, Auteur ; Gabija Z. BENDER, Auteur ; Tiffany WOYNAROSKI, Auteur ; Zachary WARREN, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.203009 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism  Adult  Assessment  Telehealth Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Accurate first-time autism diagnosis in adulthood presents unique clinical challenges related to identity, masking, and medicalized versus neuroaffirmative approaches, as well as practical barriers related to transportation and provider access. These challenges may be ameliorated in part through development of a novel, community member informed assessment tool designed to elicit autism characteristics using remote technologies. To promote adult identification and autistic perspective within diagnosis, we developed a novel tele-diagnostic tool, the Tele-ASD Diagnostic Assessment Tool for Adolescents and Adults (TADA). We applied a machine learning and feature engineering approach to a clinical research data set of adults and adolescents with and without autism diagnoses. We conducted a principal component analysis to identify the features most predictive of diagnostic status (autistic / not autistic). We presented those features to community members (autistic adults, researchers, and clinicians) who provided input on potential format and components of the assessment. We assembled activities to elicit those features into a new measure, TADA, which was re-presented to community members for final refinement. We also gathered community input from undiagnosed adults on satisfaction with TADA as part of diagnostic evaluation. Combining these findings with clinical and lived expertise shows promise for an assessment tool that meets the needs of the autistic community, with potential use in both research and broader assessment contexts. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203009 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594 [article] Development of the Tele-ASD Diagnostic Assessment Tool for Adolescents and Adults (TADA) [texte imprimé] / Hannah H. HARTNETT, Auteur ; Amy S. WEITLAUF, Auteur ; Ryan COLEMAN, Auteur ; Jacob I. FELDMAN, Auteur ; Rachel HUNDLEY, Auteur ; Caitlin STONE, Auteur ; Gabi CASTILLO-MARTINEZ, Auteur ; Swanson AMY, Auteur ; Vehorn ALISON, Auteur ; Joshua WADE, Auteur ; Gabija Z. BENDER, Auteur ; Tiffany WOYNAROSKI, Auteur ; Zachary WARREN, Auteur . - p.203009. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203009 Mots-clés : Autism  Adult  Assessment  Telehealth Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Accurate first-time autism diagnosis in adulthood presents unique clinical challenges related to identity, masking, and medicalized versus neuroaffirmative approaches, as well as practical barriers related to transportation and provider access. These challenges may be ameliorated in part through development of a novel, community member informed assessment tool designed to elicit autism characteristics using remote technologies. To promote adult identification and autistic perspective within diagnosis, we developed a novel tele-diagnostic tool, the Tele-ASD Diagnostic Assessment Tool for Adolescents and Adults (TADA). We applied a machine learning and feature engineering approach to a clinical research data set of adults and adolescents with and without autism diagnoses. We conducted a principal component analysis to identify the features most predictive of diagnostic status (autistic / not autistic). We presented those features to community members (autistic adults, researchers, and clinicians) who provided input on potential format and components of the assessment. We assembled activities to elicit those features into a new measure, TADA, which was re-presented to community members for final refinement. We also gathered community input from undiagnosed adults on satisfaction with TADA as part of diagnostic evaluation. Combining these findings with clinical and lived expertise shows promise for an assessment tool that meets the needs of the autistic community, with potential use in both research and broader assessment contexts. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203009 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594

Sex moderates the association between self-reported autism and cognitive reflection / Laurent BEGUE in Research in Autism, 138 (October 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203010 Titre : Sex moderates the association between self-reported autism and cognitive reflection Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Laurent BEGUE, Auteur ; Ingrid TIEN, Auteur ; Thomas Ylla SOMERS, Auteur ; Adeline LACROIX, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.203010 Langues : Anglais (eng) Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background This study investigated the neurocognitive profile of individuals with self-reported autism within a massive cohort of 50,002 university students and examined the propensity for analytic reasoning and introducing relevant multivariate controls. Methods Participants completed the Cognitive Reflection Test (CRT) alongside measures of self-reported autism and ADHD status, psychological distress, and challenges with impulse control. Results The data highlighted a substantial Autism-ADHD co-occurrence rate of 56.2%, and higher self-reported autism prevalence among females (2.3%) than males (1.8%). After adjusting for demographic factors and psychological co-occurring conditions through multivariate regression, the results revealed an interaction between autism and sex showing that a higher performance of autistic individuals on CRT was observed among females, while there was no significant difference among males. While the observed effect size is modest, these findings provide evidence of a distinct cognitive style oriented toward logical, rule-based processing in female autistic populations attending higher education. Conclusion These results emphasize the importance of considering cognitive diversity, sex and the interplay of emotional and executive factors when assessing the academic and intellectual potential of autistic students. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203010 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594 [article] Sex moderates the association between self-reported autism and cognitive reflection [texte imprimé] / Laurent BEGUE, Auteur ; Ingrid TIEN, Auteur ; Thomas Ylla SOMERS, Auteur ; Adeline LACROIX, Auteur . - p.203010. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203010 Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background This study investigated the neurocognitive profile of individuals with self-reported autism within a massive cohort of 50,002 university students and examined the propensity for analytic reasoning and introducing relevant multivariate controls. Methods Participants completed the Cognitive Reflection Test (CRT) alongside measures of self-reported autism and ADHD status, psychological distress, and challenges with impulse control. Results The data highlighted a substantial Autism-ADHD co-occurrence rate of 56.2%, and higher self-reported autism prevalence among females (2.3%) than males (1.8%). After adjusting for demographic factors and psychological co-occurring conditions through multivariate regression, the results revealed an interaction between autism and sex showing that a higher performance of autistic individuals on CRT was observed among females, while there was no significant difference among males. While the observed effect size is modest, these findings provide evidence of a distinct cognitive style oriented toward logical, rule-based processing in female autistic populations attending higher education. Conclusion These results emphasize the importance of considering cognitive diversity, sex and the interplay of emotional and executive factors when assessing the academic and intellectual potential of autistic students. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203010 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594

Effects of declarative language and an indirect reward system on participation in adult-selected activities in an autistic child with features of pathological demand avoidance / Elizabeth A. DONOVAN in Research in Autism, 138 (October 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203011 Titre : Effects of declarative language and an indirect reward system on participation in adult-selected activities in an autistic child with features of pathological demand avoidance Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Elizabeth A. DONOVAN, Auteur ; Ya-yu LO, Auteur ; Rebecca A. PAYTON, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.203011 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism spectrum disorder  Pathological demand avoidance  Declarative language  Indirect reward  Single-case research methodology Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) is a behavioral profile that is often associated with autism spectrum disorder and has received increased attention in the field of child psychiatry, child neurology, and pediatrics. Despite its prevalence, autistic children with a PDA profile often do not respond to many evidence-based interventions recommended for individuals on the autism spectrum. Scarce but available research, coupled by practical guidelines from the PDA Society and PDA North America, suggests the use of low or indirect demands and prioritizing the individual’s autonomy. Using an experimental, single-case, concurrent multiple baseline across activities design, we examined the effects of declarative language and an indirect reward system on participation in adult-selected activities in an autistic child with PDA. Results showed a robust functional relation between the intervention package and the child’s participation in adult-selected activities. Interventionists and the participant’s caregiver positively reported the social importance, appropriateness, and effectiveness of the intervention package. Contributions, limitations, and implications for research and practice are discussed. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203011 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594 [article] Effects of declarative language and an indirect reward system on participation in adult-selected activities in an autistic child with features of pathological demand avoidance [texte imprimé] / Elizabeth A. DONOVAN, Auteur ; Ya-yu LO, Auteur ; Rebecca A. PAYTON, Auteur . - p.203011. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203011 Mots-clés : Autism spectrum disorder  Pathological demand avoidance  Declarative language  Indirect reward  Single-case research methodology Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) is a behavioral profile that is often associated with autism spectrum disorder and has received increased attention in the field of child psychiatry, child neurology, and pediatrics. Despite its prevalence, autistic children with a PDA profile often do not respond to many evidence-based interventions recommended for individuals on the autism spectrum. Scarce but available research, coupled by practical guidelines from the PDA Society and PDA North America, suggests the use of low or indirect demands and prioritizing the individual’s autonomy. Using an experimental, single-case, concurrent multiple baseline across activities design, we examined the effects of declarative language and an indirect reward system on participation in adult-selected activities in an autistic child with PDA. Results showed a robust functional relation between the intervention package and the child’s participation in adult-selected activities. Interventionists and the participant’s caregiver positively reported the social importance, appropriateness, and effectiveness of the intervention package. Contributions, limitations, and implications for research and practice are discussed. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203011 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594

Executive functions in Cantonese-English bilingual autistic and neurotypical children: The role of first and second language exposure across different communicative contexts / Haoyan GE in Research in Autism, 138 (October 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203012 Titre : Executive functions in Cantonese-English bilingual autistic and neurotypical children: The role of first and second language exposure across different communicative contexts Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Haoyan GE, Auteur ; Ruofan WU, Auteur ; Caicai ZHANG, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.203012 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Executive functions  Bilingual autistic children  Communicative contexts  First language exposure  Second language exposure Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : This study investigated the impact of first language (L1) and second language (L2) exposure on working memory and inhibitory control in 6- to 10-year-old Cantonese-English bilingual autistic children (N = 36, mean age = 8;05, SD = 1.02) and bilingual neurotypical children (N = 40, mean age = 8;02, SD = 1.02), with a particular focus on how different communicative contexts influence executive functions (EFs). Results from the backward digit span and Flanker tasks showed that autistic children performed similarly to their neurotypical peers in working memory but exhibited greater difficulties with inhibitory control. For autistic children, greater exposure to their L1 Cantonese in home settings was associated with improved working memory and inhibitory control. Importantly, exposure to L2 English in both home and school contexts did not adversely affect working memory or inhibitory control in autistic children. In contrast, no significant associations were observed between L1 or L2 exposure and EF performance in neurotypical children across communicative contexts. These findings provide new evidence that L2 exposure in general does not harm working memory or inhibitory control in autistic children, and highlight the critical role of specific communicative contexts in shaping EF outcomes in bilingual autistic children. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203012 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594 [article] Executive functions in Cantonese-English bilingual autistic and neurotypical children: The role of first and second language exposure across different communicative contexts [texte imprimé] / Haoyan GE, Auteur ; Ruofan WU, Auteur ; Caicai ZHANG, Auteur . - p.203012. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203012 Mots-clés : Executive functions  Bilingual autistic children  Communicative contexts  First language exposure  Second language exposure Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : This study investigated the impact of first language (L1) and second language (L2) exposure on working memory and inhibitory control in 6- to 10-year-old Cantonese-English bilingual autistic children (N = 36, mean age = 8;05, SD = 1.02) and bilingual neurotypical children (N = 40, mean age = 8;02, SD = 1.02), with a particular focus on how different communicative contexts influence executive functions (EFs). Results from the backward digit span and Flanker tasks showed that autistic children performed similarly to their neurotypical peers in working memory but exhibited greater difficulties with inhibitory control. For autistic children, greater exposure to their L1 Cantonese in home settings was associated with improved working memory and inhibitory control. Importantly, exposure to L2 English in both home and school contexts did not adversely affect working memory or inhibitory control in autistic children. In contrast, no significant associations were observed between L1 or L2 exposure and EF performance in neurotypical children across communicative contexts. These findings provide new evidence that L2 exposure in general does not harm working memory or inhibitory control in autistic children, and highlight the critical role of specific communicative contexts in shaping EF outcomes in bilingual autistic children. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203012 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594

Attitudes towards evidence-based practices among autism professionals in China: A network and moderated analysis / Xiumei HU in Research in Autism, 138 (October 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203013 Titre : Attitudes towards evidence-based practices among autism professionals in China: A network and moderated analysis Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Xiumei HU, Auteur ; Yifei MENG, Auteur ; Xiaoyi HU, Auteur ; Lei WANG, Auteur ; Yan ZOU, Auteur ; Dandan WANG, Auteur ; Caishui YANG, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.203013 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Evidence-based practices  Attitude  Autism services professionals  Network analysis Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Purpose Understanding professionals’ attitudes towards evidence-based practices (EBPs) is critical for improving service quality for autistic children. This study investigated these attitudes among Chinese autism service professionals, identifying core dimensions as well as individual and multi-level contextual factors associated with them. Methods 505 autism service professionals completed the Chinese version of the Evidence-Based Practice Attitude Scale-50 along with questionnaires on individual (e.g., education level, professional certification) and contextual factors (e.g., EBPs learning experience, supervisory support, organizational culture). Network analysis was used to identify core dimensions, and multiple regression analyses were conducted to examine associations between these factors and attitudes towards EBPs. Principal results Overall EBPs attitude scores were mildly right-skewed, with the majority falling between 150 and 175. Appeal, Organizational Support, and Feedback emerged as the key dimensions through network analysis. Higher education level, autism-related professional certification, EBPs learning experiences, supervisory support, and organizational culture were significantly associated with more favorable attitudes towards EBPs. Notably, professional certification moderated the associations of EBPs learning experiences and supervisory support with attitudes towards EBPs, with both associations being stronger among certified professionals. Major conclusion As the first study to systematically examine attitudes towards evidence-based practices (EBPs) among autism professionals in China, this research identified core attitudinal dimensions, key associated factors, and the moderating role of professional certification. Findings suggest that to foster positive attitudes towards EBPs, training programs should go beyond knowledge dissemination, strengthen supervisory support, and offer individualized professional development pathways. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203013 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594 [article] Attitudes towards evidence-based practices among autism professionals in China: A network and moderated analysis [texte imprimé] / Xiumei HU, Auteur ; Yifei MENG, Auteur ; Xiaoyi HU, Auteur ; Lei WANG, Auteur ; Yan ZOU, Auteur ; Dandan WANG, Auteur ; Caishui YANG, Auteur . - p.203013. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203013 Mots-clés : Evidence-based practices  Attitude  Autism services professionals  Network analysis Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Purpose Understanding professionals’ attitudes towards evidence-based practices (EBPs) is critical for improving service quality for autistic children. This study investigated these attitudes among Chinese autism service professionals, identifying core dimensions as well as individual and multi-level contextual factors associated with them. Methods 505 autism service professionals completed the Chinese version of the Evidence-Based Practice Attitude Scale-50 along with questionnaires on individual (e.g., education level, professional certification) and contextual factors (e.g., EBPs learning experience, supervisory support, organizational culture). Network analysis was used to identify core dimensions, and multiple regression analyses were conducted to examine associations between these factors and attitudes towards EBPs. Principal results Overall EBPs attitude scores were mildly right-skewed, with the majority falling between 150 and 175. Appeal, Organizational Support, and Feedback emerged as the key dimensions through network analysis. Higher education level, autism-related professional certification, EBPs learning experiences, supervisory support, and organizational culture were significantly associated with more favorable attitudes towards EBPs. Notably, professional certification moderated the associations of EBPs learning experiences and supervisory support with attitudes towards EBPs, with both associations being stronger among certified professionals. Major conclusion As the first study to systematically examine attitudes towards evidence-based practices (EBPs) among autism professionals in China, this research identified core attitudinal dimensions, key associated factors, and the moderating role of professional certification. Findings suggest that to foster positive attitudes towards EBPs, training programs should go beyond knowledge dissemination, strengthen supervisory support, and offer individualized professional development pathways. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203013 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594

Sibling involvement in family-centered autism interventions: A systematic review / Ali NADERI MALEK in Research in Autism, 138 (October 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203014 Titre : Sibling involvement in family-centered autism interventions: A systematic review Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Ali NADERI MALEK, Auteur ; Patricia A. PRELOCK, Auteur ; Golaleh IRANI, Auteur ; Fatemeh GHOLAMZADEH, Auteur ; Yalda SHADEMANI, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.203014 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism spectrum disorder  Sibling involvement  Sibling-mediated intervention  Family-centered intervention  Sibling-inclusive intervention  Systematic review Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Siblings may be important social partners for autistic individuals and may also participate directly in intervention. This systematic review synthesized evidence on structured sibling involvement in autism intervention, including outcomes for autistic individuals, siblings, sibling dyads, and families, as well as formative evidence informing sibling-inclusive interventions. Methods Following PRISMA 2020 guidelines, five databases were searched for peer-reviewed studies published from January 2000 through January 2025. The database search yielded 2626 unique records. A supplementary citation check was conducted to verify coverage of eligible intervention studies, and 34 unique studies met the intervention-focused eligibility criteria and were included in the final narrative synthesis. Eligible studies involved siblings in an identifiable intervention role or explicitly informed the development of a sibling-inclusive intervention. Results Thirty-two studies evaluated structured sibling involvement and two were formative intervention-development studies. Most intervention evidence came from single-case or other small-N designs. The most consistent changes involved proximal intervention targets, particularly social communication, engagement, play, and specific skill acquisition. Siblings frequently learned and implemented intervention strategies, but their own stress, adjustment, relationship experience, and longer-term well-being were rarely assessed. Findings were not uniformly positive, and evidence remained limited regarding broader family outcomes, maintenance and generalization, and developmental, relational, cultural, or socioeconomic influences. Conclusions Structured sibling involvement may be useful within family-centered autism intervention when roles are clearly defined, voluntary, developmentally appropriate, and matched to individual and family needs. Current evidence does not establish that sibling involvement itself consistently provides additional benefit or support age-, gender-, or context-based recommendations. Stronger comparative studies examining outcomes for autistic individuals, siblings, dyads, and families over time are needed. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203014 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594 [article] Sibling involvement in family-centered autism interventions: A systematic review [texte imprimé] / Ali NADERI MALEK, Auteur ; Patricia A. PRELOCK, Auteur ; Golaleh IRANI, Auteur ; Fatemeh GHOLAMZADEH, Auteur ; Yalda SHADEMANI, Auteur . - p.203014. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203014 Mots-clés : Autism spectrum disorder  Sibling involvement  Sibling-mediated intervention  Family-centered intervention  Sibling-inclusive intervention  Systematic review Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Siblings may be important social partners for autistic individuals and may also participate directly in intervention. This systematic review synthesized evidence on structured sibling involvement in autism intervention, including outcomes for autistic individuals, siblings, sibling dyads, and families, as well as formative evidence informing sibling-inclusive interventions. Methods Following PRISMA 2020 guidelines, five databases were searched for peer-reviewed studies published from January 2000 through January 2025. The database search yielded 2626 unique records. A supplementary citation check was conducted to verify coverage of eligible intervention studies, and 34 unique studies met the intervention-focused eligibility criteria and were included in the final narrative synthesis. Eligible studies involved siblings in an identifiable intervention role or explicitly informed the development of a sibling-inclusive intervention. Results Thirty-two studies evaluated structured sibling involvement and two were formative intervention-development studies. Most intervention evidence came from single-case or other small-N designs. The most consistent changes involved proximal intervention targets, particularly social communication, engagement, play, and specific skill acquisition. Siblings frequently learned and implemented intervention strategies, but their own stress, adjustment, relationship experience, and longer-term well-being were rarely assessed. Findings were not uniformly positive, and evidence remained limited regarding broader family outcomes, maintenance and generalization, and developmental, relational, cultural, or socioeconomic influences. Conclusions Structured sibling involvement may be useful within family-centered autism intervention when roles are clearly defined, voluntary, developmentally appropriate, and matched to individual and family needs. Current evidence does not establish that sibling involvement itself consistently provides additional benefit or support age-, gender-, or context-based recommendations. Stronger comparative studies examining outcomes for autistic individuals, siblings, dyads, and families over time are needed. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203014 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594

“Untangle the knot”: Maternal blame, emotional reciprocity, and pathways toward autonomy in mothers’ narratives of autistic young adult sons / I. Huei LEE in Research in Autism, 138 (October 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203015 Titre : “Untangle the knot”: Maternal blame, emotional reciprocity, and pathways toward autonomy in mothers’ narratives of autistic young adult sons Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : I. Huei LEE, Auteur ; Jasin WONG, Auteur ; Yichen LIN, Auteur ; Eva E. CHEN, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.203015 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autistic young adults  Mothering  Mother–son relationships  Masculinity  Maternal blame  Emotional reciprocity  Autonomy Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background As autistic young adults transition to adulthood, family support often remains important. Yet mothers’ continued involvement can be interpreted as overprotection rather than being understood in relation to ongoing support needs and uneven institutional responses. Although research has documented the demands of maternal caregiving, less is known about how mothers experience continued caregiving and emotional reciprocity as their autistic children move toward adulthood and how they envision their children’s futures. This study examines these experiences among Taiwanese mothers of autistic young adult sons. Methods This study reports a focused analysis of in-depth interviews with 13 Taiwanese mothers of autistic young adult sons enrolled in higher education. Interview data were analyzed using an inductive, interpretive thematic approach informed by reflexive thematic analysis. Results Three themes were developed. Mothers described being blamed for overprotecting their sons, particularly when continued support was interpreted as hindering masculine independence. They also described emotional reciprocity within close relationships that they believed were often overlooked by others. Looking into the future, mothers understood developing autonomy as dependent not only on individual capacities but also on opportunities to participate and learn within supportive social environments. Conclusions Situated in Taiwan, the findings challenge assumptions that continued maternal involvement necessarily reflects overprotection or is incompatible with autonomy. Mothers’ narratives instead offer a relational understanding of developing autonomy as shaped by care and the social conditions surrounding autistic young adults. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203015 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594 [article] “Untangle the knot”: Maternal blame, emotional reciprocity, and pathways toward autonomy in mothers’ narratives of autistic young adult sons [texte imprimé] / I. Huei LEE, Auteur ; Jasin WONG, Auteur ; Yichen LIN, Auteur ; Eva E. CHEN, Auteur . - p.203015. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203015 Mots-clés : Autistic young adults  Mothering  Mother–son relationships  Masculinity  Maternal blame  Emotional reciprocity  Autonomy Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background As autistic young adults transition to adulthood, family support often remains important. Yet mothers’ continued involvement can be interpreted as overprotection rather than being understood in relation to ongoing support needs and uneven institutional responses. Although research has documented the demands of maternal caregiving, less is known about how mothers experience continued caregiving and emotional reciprocity as their autistic children move toward adulthood and how they envision their children’s futures. This study examines these experiences among Taiwanese mothers of autistic young adult sons. Methods This study reports a focused analysis of in-depth interviews with 13 Taiwanese mothers of autistic young adult sons enrolled in higher education. Interview data were analyzed using an inductive, interpretive thematic approach informed by reflexive thematic analysis. Results Three themes were developed. Mothers described being blamed for overprotecting their sons, particularly when continued support was interpreted as hindering masculine independence. They also described emotional reciprocity within close relationships that they believed were often overlooked by others. Looking into the future, mothers understood developing autonomy as dependent not only on individual capacities but also on opportunities to participate and learn within supportive social environments. Conclusions Situated in Taiwan, the findings challenge assumptions that continued maternal involvement necessarily reflects overprotection or is incompatible with autonomy. Mothers’ narratives instead offer a relational understanding of developing autonomy as shaped by care and the social conditions surrounding autistic young adults. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203015 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594

Community-based sport for autistic children and young adults: A scoping review of inclusion models, program characteristics, and reported outcomes / Bourhis AMANDINE in Research in Autism, 138 (October 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203017 Titre : Community-based sport for autistic children and young adults: A scoping review of inclusion models, program characteristics, and reported outcomes Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Bourhis AMANDINE, Auteur ; Gonnon LEA, Auteur ; Belkhayat CHAMS-DDINE, Auteur ; Préau MARIE, Auteur ; Geoffray MARIE-MAUDE, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.203017 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism Spectrum Disorder  Adapted Physical Activity  Community sport  Inclusion  Public health priority Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Autistic children face barriers to community sport participation despite known benefits. This scoping review, including stakeholder input, examined community-based sport programs, focusing on inclusion models, characteristics, and outcomes. Methods Following Joanna Briggs Institute and PRISMA-ScR guidelines, four databases were searched. Two reviewers screened and extracted data. Findings were synthesized descriptively and thematically and interpreted alongside input from a stakeholder focus group. Results Thirty-eight studies (n = 938; mean age = 10.8 years; 78% male) were included, mainly involving children with mild to moderate autism. Aquatic, combat, and team sports were most frequent. Programs typically involved structured ~56-minute sessions, once or twice weekly over ~12 weeks, with intensive staffing—usually no more than two children per adult. Most programs comprised only autistic children, while mixed groups of autistic and non-autistic children were less common. Benefits mainly concerned motor and social outcomes. Stakeholders also highlighted emotional regulation, autonomy, and family well-being. Inclusion depended more on adapting activities to participants’ needs than on sport type. Conclusion Despite a limited and heterogeneous evidence base, appropriately adapted and supported community sport may offer meaningful opportunities for autistic children’s participation, development, and well-being. Sustained participation alongside non-autistic peers remains insufficiently studied. More inclusive provision will require context-sensitive adaptations and coordinated support for community clubs, including staff training, access to autism expertise, and adequate staffing. Community sport should therefore be further investigated as a potentially valuable component of public health strategies supporting autistic children and their families. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203017 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594 [article] Community-based sport for autistic children and young adults: A scoping review of inclusion models, program characteristics, and reported outcomes [texte imprimé] / Bourhis AMANDINE, Auteur ; Gonnon LEA, Auteur ; Belkhayat CHAMS-DDINE, Auteur ; Préau MARIE, Auteur ; Geoffray MARIE-MAUDE, Auteur . - p.203017. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203017 Mots-clés : Autism Spectrum Disorder  Adapted Physical Activity  Community sport  Inclusion  Public health priority Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Autistic children face barriers to community sport participation despite known benefits. This scoping review, including stakeholder input, examined community-based sport programs, focusing on inclusion models, characteristics, and outcomes. Methods Following Joanna Briggs Institute and PRISMA-ScR guidelines, four databases were searched. Two reviewers screened and extracted data. Findings were synthesized descriptively and thematically and interpreted alongside input from a stakeholder focus group. Results Thirty-eight studies (n = 938; mean age = 10.8 years; 78% male) were included, mainly involving children with mild to moderate autism. Aquatic, combat, and team sports were most frequent. Programs typically involved structured ~56-minute sessions, once or twice weekly over ~12 weeks, with intensive staffing—usually no more than two children per adult. Most programs comprised only autistic children, while mixed groups of autistic and non-autistic children were less common. Benefits mainly concerned motor and social outcomes. Stakeholders also highlighted emotional regulation, autonomy, and family well-being. Inclusion depended more on adapting activities to participants’ needs than on sport type. Conclusion Despite a limited and heterogeneous evidence base, appropriately adapted and supported community sport may offer meaningful opportunities for autistic children’s participation, development, and well-being. Sustained participation alongside non-autistic peers remains insufficiently studied. More inclusive provision will require context-sensitive adaptations and coordinated support for community clubs, including staff training, access to autism expertise, and adequate staffing. Community sport should therefore be further investigated as a potentially valuable component of public health strategies supporting autistic children and their families. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203017 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594

Psychiatric comorbidities in adults with autism spectrum disorder: A systematic review and prevalence meta-analysis / Emmanuely Macedo Santana DE-NARDIN in Research in Autism, 138 (October 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203018 Titre : Psychiatric comorbidities in adults with autism spectrum disorder: A systematic review and prevalence meta-analysis Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Emmanuely Macedo Santana DE-NARDIN, Auteur ; Renata Maria Silva SANTOS, Auteur ; Samuel Andreata PRATES, Auteur ; Igor da Cruz SILVA, Auteur ; Alice Mi LEE, Auteur ; Lorena da Fonseca VIANNA LAGE, Auteur ; Marco Aurélio ROMANO-SILVA, Auteur ; Debora Marques de MIRANDA, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.203018 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism  Comorbidities  Quality of life  Adult  Depression  Meta-analysis  Substance-use Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Psychiatric comorbidities are expected to be highly prevalent among autistic adults; however, uncertainty remains regarding which conditions are most common and their prevalence rates. Objective To pool prevalence estimates of psychiatric comorbidities in adults with autism spectrum disorder and identify factors contributing to between-study variability. Methods We conducted a systematic review in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines and prospectively registered the protocol. The search strategy was developed using the PECO framework and applied across five databases. Results Of 6381 records identified, 11 studies met the inclusion criteria. Random-effects meta-analysis yielded pooled prevalence estimates of 26.5% (95% CI: 14.2–44.1%; I² = 91.3%) for depressive symptoms and 24.4% (95% CI: 9.8–49.0%; I² = 94.8%) for substance use disorders; the latter decreased to 17% (95% CI: 10–27%) in sensitivity analysis. Anxiety prevalence ranged from 14% to 73% across three studies, but extreme heterogeneity (I² = 98%) precluded a meaningful pooled estimate. Other comorbidities assessed included post-traumatic stress and obsessive-compulsive symptoms. Samples were highly heterogeneous and were predominantly recruited from specialized centers. Conclusion Available studies of psychiatric comorbidities in autistic adults remain heterogeneous. Nevertheless, clinically relevant patterns emerged, particularly for depression and substance use disorders, with pooled prevalence estimates of 26.5% and 24.4%, respectively, before sensitivity analysis. Anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder were also frequently reported, although their estimates could not be pooled. These comorbidities may contribute to greater overall clinical complexity. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203018 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594 [article] Psychiatric comorbidities in adults with autism spectrum disorder: A systematic review and prevalence meta-analysis [texte imprimé] / Emmanuely Macedo Santana DE-NARDIN, Auteur ; Renata Maria Silva SANTOS, Auteur ; Samuel Andreata PRATES, Auteur ; Igor da Cruz SILVA, Auteur ; Alice Mi LEE, Auteur ; Lorena da Fonseca VIANNA LAGE, Auteur ; Marco Aurélio ROMANO-SILVA, Auteur ; Debora Marques de MIRANDA, Auteur . - p.203018. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203018 Mots-clés : Autism  Comorbidities  Quality of life  Adult  Depression  Meta-analysis  Substance-use Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Psychiatric comorbidities are expected to be highly prevalent among autistic adults; however, uncertainty remains regarding which conditions are most common and their prevalence rates. Objective To pool prevalence estimates of psychiatric comorbidities in adults with autism spectrum disorder and identify factors contributing to between-study variability. Methods We conducted a systematic review in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines and prospectively registered the protocol. The search strategy was developed using the PECO framework and applied across five databases. Results Of 6381 records identified, 11 studies met the inclusion criteria. Random-effects meta-analysis yielded pooled prevalence estimates of 26.5% (95% CI: 14.2–44.1%; I² = 91.3%) for depressive symptoms and 24.4% (95% CI: 9.8–49.0%; I² = 94.8%) for substance use disorders; the latter decreased to 17% (95% CI: 10–27%) in sensitivity analysis. Anxiety prevalence ranged from 14% to 73% across three studies, but extreme heterogeneity (I² = 98%) precluded a meaningful pooled estimate. Other comorbidities assessed included post-traumatic stress and obsessive-compulsive symptoms. Samples were highly heterogeneous and were predominantly recruited from specialized centers. Conclusion Available studies of psychiatric comorbidities in autistic adults remain heterogeneous. Nevertheless, clinically relevant patterns emerged, particularly for depression and substance use disorders, with pooled prevalence estimates of 26.5% and 24.4%, respectively, before sensitivity analysis. Anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder were also frequently reported, although their estimates could not be pooled. These comorbidities may contribute to greater overall clinical complexity. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203018 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594

Caregiver-endorsed intervention strategies for sensory reactivity symptoms in autism and related neurodevelopmental disorders / Christina LAYTON in Research in Autism, 138 (October 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203019 Titre : Caregiver-endorsed intervention strategies for sensory reactivity symptoms in autism and related neurodevelopmental disorders Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Christina LAYTON, Auteur ; Paige M. SIPER, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.203019 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism  ASD  Sensory  Sensory processing  Sensory reactivity  Sensory-based interventions Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Purpose Sensory reactivity differences are a common feature of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and related neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs). Sensory-based interventions (SBIs) are commonly implemented to address sensory needs, yet empirical support remains limited. This study examines the frequency of caregiver-reported SBI use and caregiver-rated helpfulness of SBIs across sensory modalities (visual, auditory, tactile, and multisensory/vestibular) among autistic children and children with other NDDs. We also explore the relationship between perceived helpfulness and child age, sex, and the presence of intellectual disability (ID). Methods Caregivers (N = 219) completed an online survey about their child’s sensory response patterns, specific SBIs, and perceived helpfulness. Results Caregivers frequently implement SBIs, though most were perceived as only sometimes helpful. Vestibular strategies (e.g., trampoline and swing exercises), tactile input (e.g., massage) and auditory reduction (e.g., noise-cancelling headphones) were most commonly used. Massage and swing exercises were also rated as among the most helpful, while brushing protocols and weighted vests, despite frequent use, had the lowest helpfulness ratings. Age and sex were not significantly related to helpfulness ratings; however, caregivers of children with ID rated brushing protocols as significantly less helpful than caregivers of children without ID. Conclusion Findings highlight the need for targeted trials to align research with real-world caregiver experiences. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203019 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594 [article] Caregiver-endorsed intervention strategies for sensory reactivity symptoms in autism and related neurodevelopmental disorders [texte imprimé] / Christina LAYTON, Auteur ; Paige M. SIPER, Auteur . - p.203019. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203019 Mots-clés : Autism  ASD  Sensory  Sensory processing  Sensory reactivity  Sensory-based interventions Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Purpose Sensory reactivity differences are a common feature of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and related neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs). Sensory-based interventions (SBIs) are commonly implemented to address sensory needs, yet empirical support remains limited. This study examines the frequency of caregiver-reported SBI use and caregiver-rated helpfulness of SBIs across sensory modalities (visual, auditory, tactile, and multisensory/vestibular) among autistic children and children with other NDDs. We also explore the relationship between perceived helpfulness and child age, sex, and the presence of intellectual disability (ID). Methods Caregivers (N = 219) completed an online survey about their child’s sensory response patterns, specific SBIs, and perceived helpfulness. Results Caregivers frequently implement SBIs, though most were perceived as only sometimes helpful. Vestibular strategies (e.g., trampoline and swing exercises), tactile input (e.g., massage) and auditory reduction (e.g., noise-cancelling headphones) were most commonly used. Massage and swing exercises were also rated as among the most helpful, while brushing protocols and weighted vests, despite frequent use, had the lowest helpfulness ratings. Age and sex were not significantly related to helpfulness ratings; however, caregivers of children with ID rated brushing protocols as significantly less helpful than caregivers of children without ID. Conclusion Findings highlight the need for targeted trials to align research with real-world caregiver experiences. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203019 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594

Examining predictors of reading fluency in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder / Sandra DÍEZ in Research in Autism, 138 (October 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203020 Titre : Examining predictors of reading fluency in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Sandra DÍEZ, Auteur ; Inmaculada BAIXAULI, Auteur ; Carmen BERENGUER, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.203020 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : ASD  ADHD  Reading fluency  Reading comprehension  Learning  Behavior  Communication abilities Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background This study investigates the predictors of reading fluency in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) by adopting a multidimensional framework that integrates cognitive, linguistic, and behavioral factors. Methods and procedure The sample comprised 30 typically developing (TD) children, 35 children with ASD (without intellectual disability), and 36 children with ADHD, matched for age and IQ. Reading fluency, accuracy, and comprehension were assessed, along with cognitive, linguistic, and behavioral measures. Predictors of reading fluency were examined in children with ASD and ADHD using correlation and regression analyses. Results Group comparisons revealed distinct reading profiles, showing that children with ASD and ADHD exhibited significantly lower reading fluency than their TD peers, alongside deficits in reading accuracy and comprehension. Multiple linear regression analyses identified distinct within-group patterns of association for each clinical group. In the ASD group, although learning behaviors (persistence) and communication abilities were relevant factors, reading comprehension emerged as the sole unique significant predictor of reading fluency. In contrast, for the ADHD group, hyperactivity/impulsivity was the unique significant predictor, accounting for 44% of the variance. Conclusions and implications These findings suggest that reading fluency in ADHD is predominantly driven by behavioral regulation and inhibitory control, whereas in ASD it is more closely linked to higher-order linguistic processing. These findings suggest different descriptive profiles of association across groups rather than established disorder-specific mechanisms, highlighting the utility of comprehensive, profile-based educational assessments. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203020 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594 [article] Examining predictors of reading fluency in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder [texte imprimé] / Sandra DÍEZ, Auteur ; Inmaculada BAIXAULI, Auteur ; Carmen BERENGUER, Auteur . - p.203020. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203020 Mots-clés : ASD  ADHD  Reading fluency  Reading comprehension  Learning  Behavior  Communication abilities Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background This study investigates the predictors of reading fluency in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) by adopting a multidimensional framework that integrates cognitive, linguistic, and behavioral factors. Methods and procedure The sample comprised 30 typically developing (TD) children, 35 children with ASD (without intellectual disability), and 36 children with ADHD, matched for age and IQ. Reading fluency, accuracy, and comprehension were assessed, along with cognitive, linguistic, and behavioral measures. Predictors of reading fluency were examined in children with ASD and ADHD using correlation and regression analyses. Results Group comparisons revealed distinct reading profiles, showing that children with ASD and ADHD exhibited significantly lower reading fluency than their TD peers, alongside deficits in reading accuracy and comprehension. Multiple linear regression analyses identified distinct within-group patterns of association for each clinical group. In the ASD group, although learning behaviors (persistence) and communication abilities were relevant factors, reading comprehension emerged as the sole unique significant predictor of reading fluency. In contrast, for the ADHD group, hyperactivity/impulsivity was the unique significant predictor, accounting for 44% of the variance. Conclusions and implications These findings suggest that reading fluency in ADHD is predominantly driven by behavioral regulation and inhibitory control, whereas in ASD it is more closely linked to higher-order linguistic processing. These findings suggest different descriptive profiles of association across groups rather than established disorder-specific mechanisms, highlighting the utility of comprehensive, profile-based educational assessments. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203020 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594

How to fast - track the early identification of pre-school autistic children? By comparing diverse machine learning methods with resting - state fNIRS features / Yaou ZHAO in Research in Autism, 138 (October 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203021 Titre : How to fast - track the early identification of pre-school autistic children? By comparing diverse machine learning methods with resting - state fNIRS features Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Yaou ZHAO, Auteur ; Kaiyun LI, Auteur ; Yuehui CHEN, Auteur ; Bang DU, Auteur ; Liu CHEN, Auteur ; Mingxue WANG, Auteur ; Ziyang QI, Auteur ; Yi CAO, Auteur ; Ruizhi HAN, Auteur ; Xiaotong LI, Auteur ; Wuyue WANG, Auteur ; Qingfang MENG, Auteur ; Fanlu JIA, Auteur ; Jiayi ZHANG, Auteur ; Xinyu LIU, Auteur ; Juan FU, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.203021 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism  Rs-fNIRS  Machine learning  Feature selection  The change in the Binary Entropy Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) combined with machine learning (ML) has been increasingly applied to distinguish autism spectrum disorder (ASD) based on resting-state (rs) hemodynamic fluctuations. This study constructed rs-fNIRS datasets comprised of multi-2-minute oxy-hemoglobin (HbO), deoxy-hemoglobin (Hb), and total hemoglobin (HbT) signals (two- or four-times collection for each child) from 50 fNIRS channels. Four evolutionary computation channel selection algorithms (GA, DE, PSO, PBIL) and 12 classifiers (KNN, RC, NB, DT, ET, LSVM, RBF-SVM, RF, ADA, XGB, E-KNN, E-SVM) were firstly employed to test 12 features (mean, std, kurtosis, skewness, BinEn, ApEN, Δmean, Δstd, Δkurtosis, Δskewness, ΔBinEn, ΔApEN) of the HbO,Hb and HbT. The 3 s time series curve closely aligns with the 2-minute original data, and ΔBinEn being the optimal discriminative feature. The combination of E-SVM and E-KNN ensemble classifiers with the PBIL algorithm achieved the best performance across HbO, Hb, and HbT data. Validation experiments demonstrated the method's robustness, with an average classification accuracy exceeding 90% and identified key contribution channels (CH1, CH11, CH20, CH24, CH27, CH33, CH42). These findings revealed that rs-fNIRS-ML can serve as an efficient clinical tool for early ASD diagnosis in preschoolers. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203021 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594 [article] How to fast - track the early identification of pre-school autistic children? By comparing diverse machine learning methods with resting - state fNIRS features [texte imprimé] / Yaou ZHAO, Auteur ; Kaiyun LI, Auteur ; Yuehui CHEN, Auteur ; Bang DU, Auteur ; Liu CHEN, Auteur ; Mingxue WANG, Auteur ; Ziyang QI, Auteur ; Yi CAO, Auteur ; Ruizhi HAN, Auteur ; Xiaotong LI, Auteur ; Wuyue WANG, Auteur ; Qingfang MENG, Auteur ; Fanlu JIA, Auteur ; Jiayi ZHANG, Auteur ; Xinyu LIU, Auteur ; Juan FU, Auteur . - p.203021. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203021 Mots-clés : Autism  Rs-fNIRS  Machine learning  Feature selection  The change in the Binary Entropy Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) combined with machine learning (ML) has been increasingly applied to distinguish autism spectrum disorder (ASD) based on resting-state (rs) hemodynamic fluctuations. This study constructed rs-fNIRS datasets comprised of multi-2-minute oxy-hemoglobin (HbO), deoxy-hemoglobin (Hb), and total hemoglobin (HbT) signals (two- or four-times collection for each child) from 50 fNIRS channels. Four evolutionary computation channel selection algorithms (GA, DE, PSO, PBIL) and 12 classifiers (KNN, RC, NB, DT, ET, LSVM, RBF-SVM, RF, ADA, XGB, E-KNN, E-SVM) were firstly employed to test 12 features (mean, std, kurtosis, skewness, BinEn, ApEN, Δmean, Δstd, Δkurtosis, Δskewness, ΔBinEn, ΔApEN) of the HbO,Hb and HbT. The 3 s time series curve closely aligns with the 2-minute original data, and ΔBinEn being the optimal discriminative feature. The combination of E-SVM and E-KNN ensemble classifiers with the PBIL algorithm achieved the best performance across HbO, Hb, and HbT data. Validation experiments demonstrated the method's robustness, with an average classification accuracy exceeding 90% and identified key contribution channels (CH1, CH11, CH20, CH24, CH27, CH33, CH42). These findings revealed that rs-fNIRS-ML can serve as an efficient clinical tool for early ASD diagnosis in preschoolers. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203021 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594

Camouflaging and self-esteem in neurodivergent women: A cross-sectional comparison across autism, ADHD, and dual diagnosis / Magdalena KOBYLARCZYK-KACZMAREK in Research in Autism, 138 (October 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203023 Titre : Camouflaging and self-esteem in neurodivergent women: A cross-sectional comparison across autism, ADHD, and dual diagnosis Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Magdalena KOBYLARCZYK-KACZMAREK, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.203023 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism spectrum disorder  ADHD  Camouflaging  Masking  Self-esteem  Women  Dual diagnosis  CAT-Q  Assimilation Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Camouflaging of neurodivergent traits is increasingly recognized as a strategy used by women with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), yet comparative evidence across diagnostic groups remains limited. Objectives This study examined camouflaging levels and self-esteem in adult women with ASD, ADHD, dual diagnosis (ASD+ADHD), and those undergoing diagnostic assessment. We also explored associations between camouflaging subscales and self-esteem and examined the role of sociodemographic factors. Methods A total of 155 adult women (M = 33.9 years, SD = 9.15) completed an online survey including the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale and a Polish-language translation of the Camouflaging Autistic Traits Questionnaire (CAT-Q). Participants were recruited via social media support communities in Poland. Groups comprised women with self-reported diagnoses of ASD (n = 39), ADHD (n = 42), dual diagnosis (n = 45), and those in the diagnostic process (n = 29). Results Women with ASD and dual diagnosis reported significantly higher overall camouflaging, compensation, and assimilation scores than women with ADHD. No significant differences emerged between diagnosed women and those undergoing assessment. Self-esteem was negatively associated with overall camouflaging (r = −.29, p < .001) and most strongly with assimilation (r = −.45, p < .001); compensation showed no significant association. Descriptively, the strongest associations were observed in the dual diagnosis group. In exploratory analyses, older age and motherhood were associated with lower camouflaging; the association with motherhood remained significant after adjustment for age, although this finding should be interpreted with caution. The Polish CAT-Q demonstrated good internal consistency in this sample (α =.72–.90); full psychometric validation remains to be completed. Conclusions Assimilation strategies showed the strongest negative association with self-esteem in neurodivergent women. In descriptive terms, women with dual diagnosis reported the highest levels of camouflaging, although they did not differ significantly from women with ASD alone. Diagnosed women did not differ from women undergoing diagnostic assessment in camouflaging or self-esteem, suggesting that diagnostic status alone was not associated with these outcomes; post-diagnostic support focused on reducing camouflaging pressure and building self-acceptance may therefore be warranted. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203023 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594 [article] Camouflaging and self-esteem in neurodivergent women: A cross-sectional comparison across autism, ADHD, and dual diagnosis [texte imprimé] / Magdalena KOBYLARCZYK-KACZMAREK, Auteur . - p.203023. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 138 (October 2026) . - p.203023 Mots-clés : Autism spectrum disorder  ADHD  Camouflaging  Masking  Self-esteem  Women  Dual diagnosis  CAT-Q  Assimilation Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Camouflaging of neurodivergent traits is increasingly recognized as a strategy used by women with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), yet comparative evidence across diagnostic groups remains limited. Objectives This study examined camouflaging levels and self-esteem in adult women with ASD, ADHD, dual diagnosis (ASD+ADHD), and those undergoing diagnostic assessment. We also explored associations between camouflaging subscales and self-esteem and examined the role of sociodemographic factors. Methods A total of 155 adult women (M = 33.9 years, SD = 9.15) completed an online survey including the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale and a Polish-language translation of the Camouflaging Autistic Traits Questionnaire (CAT-Q). Participants were recruited via social media support communities in Poland. Groups comprised women with self-reported diagnoses of ASD (n = 39), ADHD (n = 42), dual diagnosis (n = 45), and those in the diagnostic process (n = 29). Results Women with ASD and dual diagnosis reported significantly higher overall camouflaging, compensation, and assimilation scores than women with ADHD. No significant differences emerged between diagnosed women and those undergoing assessment. Self-esteem was negatively associated with overall camouflaging (r = −.29, p < .001) and most strongly with assimilation (r = −.45, p < .001); compensation showed no significant association. Descriptively, the strongest associations were observed in the dual diagnosis group. In exploratory analyses, older age and motherhood were associated with lower camouflaging; the association with motherhood remained significant after adjustment for age, although this finding should be interpreted with caution. The Polish CAT-Q demonstrated good internal consistency in this sample (α =.72–.90); full psychometric validation remains to be completed. Conclusions Assimilation strategies showed the strongest negative association with self-esteem in neurodivergent women. In descriptive terms, women with dual diagnosis reported the highest levels of camouflaging, although they did not differ significantly from women with ASD alone. Diagnosed women did not differ from women undergoing diagnostic assessment in camouflaging or self-esteem, suggesting that diagnostic status alone was not associated with these outcomes; post-diagnostic support focused on reducing camouflaging pressure and building self-acceptance may therefore be warranted. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.203023 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=594