Demographic and Cognitive Profile of Individuals Seeking a Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder in Adulthood / Francesca HAPPE in Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 46-11 (November 2016)  

Public ISBD [article]  inJournal of Autism and Developmental Disorders > 46-11 (November 2016) . - p.3469-3480 Titre : Demographic and Cognitive Profile of Individuals Seeking a Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder in Adulthood Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Francesca HAPPE, Auteur ; Hassan MANSOUR, Auteur ; Pippa BARRETT, Auteur ; Tony BROWN, Auteur ; Patricia ABBOTT, Auteur ; Rebecca A. CHARLTON, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.3469-3480 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Adulthood  Ageing  Autism spectrum disorders  Autism traits  Diagnosis  Psychiatric comorbidity Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Little is known about ageing with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). We examined the characteristics of adults referred to a specialist diagnostic centre for assessment of possible ASD, 100 of whom received an ASD diagnosis and 46 did not. Few demographic differences were noted between the groups. Comorbid psychiatric disorders were high in individuals with ASD (58 %) and non-ASD (59 %). Individuals who received an ASD diagnosis had higher self-rated severity of ASD traits than non-ASD individuals. Within the ASD group, older age was associated with higher ratings of ASD traits and better cognitive performance. One interpretation is that general cognitive ability and the development of coping strategies across the lifespan, do not necessarily reduce ASD traits but may mitigate their effects. En ligne : http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10803-016-2886-2 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=294 [article] Demographic and Cognitive Profile of Individuals Seeking a Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder in Adulthood [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Francesca HAPPE, Auteur ; Hassan MANSOUR, Auteur ; Pippa BARRETT, Auteur ; Tony BROWN, Auteur ; Patricia ABBOTT, Auteur ; Rebecca A. CHARLTON, Auteur . - p.3469-3480. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders > 46-11 (November 2016) . - p.3469-3480 Mots-clés : Adulthood  Ageing  Autism spectrum disorders  Autism traits  Diagnosis  Psychiatric comorbidity Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Little is known about ageing with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). We examined the characteristics of adults referred to a specialist diagnostic centre for assessment of possible ASD, 100 of whom received an ASD diagnosis and 46 did not. Few demographic differences were noted between the groups. Comorbid psychiatric disorders were high in individuals with ASD (58 %) and non-ASD (59 %). Individuals who received an ASD diagnosis had higher self-rated severity of ASD traits than non-ASD individuals. Within the ASD group, older age was associated with higher ratings of ASD traits and better cognitive performance. One interpretation is that general cognitive ability and the development of coping strategies across the lifespan, do not necessarily reduce ASD traits but may mitigate their effects. En ligne : http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10803-016-2886-2 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=294

Exploratory Study of Executive Function Abilities Across the Adult Lifespan in Individuals Receiving an ASD Diagnosis in Adulthood / Patricia ABBOTT in Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 48-12 (December 2018)  

Public ISBD [article]  inJournal of Autism and Developmental Disorders > 48-12 (December 2018) . - p.4193-4206 Titre : Exploratory Study of Executive Function Abilities Across the Adult Lifespan in Individuals Receiving an ASD Diagnosis in Adulthood Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Patricia ABBOTT, Auteur ; Francesca HAPPE, Auteur ; Rebecca A. CHARLTON, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.4193-4206 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Ageing  Autism spectrum disorders  Cognition  Executive function  Lifespan Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Little is known about cognition in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) across adulthood. We examined executive function abilities and autism traits in 134 adults receiving a first diagnosis of ASD. Participants aged 18-75 years with abilities in the normal range were assessed on executive function and self-report autism traits. Results suggest that for some abilities relying on speed and sequencing (Trails A and B; Digit Symbol), late-diagnosed individuals with ASD may demonstrate better performance than typical age-norms. On other executive measures (Digit Span, Hayling and Brixton tests) age-related correlations were similar to typical age-norms. Different domains of executive function may demonstrate different trajectories for ageing with ASD, with patterns of slower, accelerated or equivalent age-related change being observed across different measures. En ligne : http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10803-018-3675-x Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=371 [article] Exploratory Study of Executive Function Abilities Across the Adult Lifespan in Individuals Receiving an ASD Diagnosis in Adulthood [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Patricia ABBOTT, Auteur ; Francesca HAPPE, Auteur ; Rebecca A. CHARLTON, Auteur . - p.4193-4206. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders > 48-12 (December 2018) . - p.4193-4206 Mots-clés : Ageing  Autism spectrum disorders  Cognition  Executive function  Lifespan Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Little is known about cognition in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) across adulthood. We examined executive function abilities and autism traits in 134 adults receiving a first diagnosis of ASD. Participants aged 18-75 years with abilities in the normal range were assessed on executive function and self-report autism traits. Results suggest that for some abilities relying on speed and sequencing (Trails A and B; Digit Symbol), late-diagnosed individuals with ASD may demonstrate better performance than typical age-norms. On other executive measures (Digit Span, Hayling and Brixton tests) age-related correlations were similar to typical age-norms. Different domains of executive function may demonstrate different trajectories for ageing with ASD, with patterns of slower, accelerated or equivalent age-related change being observed across different measures. En ligne : http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10803-018-3675-x Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=371

Exploring the anxiety and depression profile in individuals diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder in adulthood / Caitlin MURRAY in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 58 (February 2019)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 58 (February 2019) . - p.1-8 Titre : Exploring the anxiety and depression profile in individuals diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder in adulthood Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Caitlin MURRAY, Auteur ; Hanna KOVSHOFF, Auteur ; Anthony BROWN, Auteur ; Patricia ABBOTT, Auteur ; Julie A. HADWIN, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.1-8 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism spectrum disorder  Adults  Anxiety  Depression  Autism severity  Age  Gender Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Symptoms of anxiety and depression are commonly reported by adults diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and their presence can exacerbate core autism symptoms and lower quality of life. This study investigated the symptom profile of anxiety and depression, and its correlates (i.e., age at diagnosis, gender, and ASD severity) in a group of adults who were referred to a specialist diagnostic centre for autism and whose diagnosis was confirmed. It explored whether this profile was different in adults who were referred to the same clinic and where the diagnosis was not confirmed. The results showed that 37% and 46% of adults who received a diagnosis of ASD in adulthood reported symptoms that reflected moderate or severe anxiety or depression. In addition, (lower) age, female gender and autism severity contributed independently to individual differences in self-reported anxiety symptoms. Autism severity and the number of adults who reported severe (vs. minimal) anxiety symptoms were increased in the diagnosed (versus the non-diagnosed) adult group. We discuss the implications for prevention and treatment and directions for future research. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2018.11.002 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=379 [article] Exploring the anxiety and depression profile in individuals diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder in adulthood [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Caitlin MURRAY, Auteur ; Hanna KOVSHOFF, Auteur ; Anthony BROWN, Auteur ; Patricia ABBOTT, Auteur ; Julie A. HADWIN, Auteur . - p.1-8. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 58 (February 2019) . - p.1-8 Mots-clés : Autism spectrum disorder  Adults  Anxiety  Depression  Autism severity  Age  Gender Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Symptoms of anxiety and depression are commonly reported by adults diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and their presence can exacerbate core autism symptoms and lower quality of life. This study investigated the symptom profile of anxiety and depression, and its correlates (i.e., age at diagnosis, gender, and ASD severity) in a group of adults who were referred to a specialist diagnostic centre for autism and whose diagnosis was confirmed. It explored whether this profile was different in adults who were referred to the same clinic and where the diagnosis was not confirmed. The results showed that 37% and 46% of adults who received a diagnosis of ASD in adulthood reported symptoms that reflected moderate or severe anxiety or depression. In addition, (lower) age, female gender and autism severity contributed independently to individual differences in self-reported anxiety symptoms. Autism severity and the number of adults who reported severe (vs. minimal) anxiety symptoms were increased in the diagnosed (versus the non-diagnosed) adult group. We discuss the implications for prevention and treatment and directions for future research. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2018.11.002 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=379

Exploring the Role of Empathy in Understanding the Social-Cognitive Profile for Individuals Referred for Autism Spectrum Disorders Assessment in Adulthood / Victoria RUSS in Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 50-5 (May 2020)  

Public ISBD [article]  inJournal of Autism and Developmental Disorders > 50-5 (May 2020) . - p.1470-1478 Titre : Exploring the Role of Empathy in Understanding the Social-Cognitive Profile for Individuals Referred for Autism Spectrum Disorders Assessment in Adulthood Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Victoria RUSS, Auteur ; Hanna KOVSHOFF, Auteur ; Tony BROWN, Auteur ; Patricia ABBOTT, Auteur ; Julie A. HADWIN, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.1470-1478 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Adults  Autism spectrum disorder  Diagnosis  Neuropsychology  Social cognition Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : This study explored the social-cognitive profile of 173 adults referred for an autism assessment. We considered key dimensional traits (autism, empathy and systemising) to understand social cognition in adults diagnosed with an autism spectrum condition compared with those who were referred for, but did not receive a diagnosis. There were no significant social cognitive differences between groups on measures of emotion recognition and social inference. Adults with a confirmed diagnosis, however, reported fewer empathising traits which were positively associated with social-cognitive understanding. Empathising partially mediated the relationship between diagnostic group and social-cognition. Lower empathising traits in individuals diagnosed in adulthood may be important in understanding challenges with social adaptability. The findings have implications for assessment and highlight the role of empathy in developing social understanding in autism. En ligne : http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10803-018-3693-8 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=422 [article] Exploring the Role of Empathy in Understanding the Social-Cognitive Profile for Individuals Referred for Autism Spectrum Disorders Assessment in Adulthood [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Victoria RUSS, Auteur ; Hanna KOVSHOFF, Auteur ; Tony BROWN, Auteur ; Patricia ABBOTT, Auteur ; Julie A. HADWIN, Auteur . - p.1470-1478. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders > 50-5 (May 2020) . - p.1470-1478 Mots-clés : Adults  Autism spectrum disorder  Diagnosis  Neuropsychology  Social cognition Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : This study explored the social-cognitive profile of 173 adults referred for an autism assessment. We considered key dimensional traits (autism, empathy and systemising) to understand social cognition in adults diagnosed with an autism spectrum condition compared with those who were referred for, but did not receive a diagnosis. There were no significant social cognitive differences between groups on measures of emotion recognition and social inference. Adults with a confirmed diagnosis, however, reported fewer empathising traits which were positively associated with social-cognitive understanding. Empathising partially mediated the relationship between diagnostic group and social-cognition. Lower empathising traits in individuals diagnosed in adulthood may be important in understanding challenges with social adaptability. The findings have implications for assessment and highlight the role of empathy in developing social understanding in autism. En ligne : http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10803-018-3693-8 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=422

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