High definition transcranial direct current stimulation of the Cz improves social dysfunction in children with autism spectrum disorder: A randomized, sham, controlled study / Yonglu WANG in Autism Research, 16-10 (October 2023)  

Public ISBD [article]  inAutism Research > 16-10 (October 2023) . - p.2035-2048 Titre : High definition transcranial direct current stimulation of the Cz improves social dysfunction in children with autism spectrum disorder: A randomized, sham, controlled study Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Yonglu WANG, Auteur ; Fei WANG, Auteur ; Yue KONG, Auteur ; Tianshu GAO, Auteur ; Qingyao ZHU, Auteur ; Lu HAN, Auteur ; Bei SUN, Auteur ; Luyang GUAN, Auteur ; Ziyi ZHANG, Auteur ; Yuxin QIAN, Auteur ; Lingxi XU, Auteur ; Yun LI, Auteur ; Hui FANG, Auteur ; Gongkai JIAO, Auteur ; Xiaoyan KE, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.2035-2048 Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Abstract The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of the Cz of high-definition 5-channel tDCS (HD-tDCS) on social function in 4-12 years-old children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This study was a randomized, double-blind, pseudo-controlled trial in which 45 ASD children were recruited and divided into three groups with sex, age, and rehabilitation treatment as control variables. Each group of 15 children with ASD was randomly administered active HD-tDCS with the Cz as the central anode, active HD-tDCS with the left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (F3) as the central anode, and sham HD-tDCS with the Cz as the central anode with 14 daily sessions in 3 weeks. The Social Responsiveness Scale Chinese Version (SRS-Chinese Version) was compared 1 week after stimulation with values recorded 1 week prior to stimulation. At the end of treatment, both the anodal Cz and anodal left DLFPC tDCS decreased the measures of SRS-Chinese Version. The total score of SRS-Chinese Version decreased by 13.08%, social cognition decreased by 18.33%, and social communication decreased by 10.79%, which were significantly improved over the Cz central anode active stimulation group, especially in children with young age, and middle and low function. There was no significant change in the total score and subscale score of SRS-Chinese Version over the Cz central anode sham stimulation group. In the F3 central anode active stimulation group, the total score of SRS-Chinese Version decreased by 13%, autistic behavior decreased by 19.39%, and social communication decreased by 14.39%, which were all significantly improved. However, there was no significant difference in effect between the Cz and left DLPFC stimulation conditions. HD-tDCS of the Cz central anode may be an effective treatment for social dysfunction in children with ASD. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1002/aur.3018 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=513 [article] High definition transcranial direct current stimulation of the Cz improves social dysfunction in children with autism spectrum disorder: A randomized, sham, controlled study [texte imprimé] / Yonglu WANG, Auteur ; Fei WANG, Auteur ; Yue KONG, Auteur ; Tianshu GAO, Auteur ; Qingyao ZHU, Auteur ; Lu HAN, Auteur ; Bei SUN, Auteur ; Luyang GUAN, Auteur ; Ziyi ZHANG, Auteur ; Yuxin QIAN, Auteur ; Lingxi XU, Auteur ; Yun LI, Auteur ; Hui FANG, Auteur ; Gongkai JIAO, Auteur ; Xiaoyan KE, Auteur . - p.2035-2048. in Autism Research > 16-10 (October 2023) . - p.2035-2048 Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Abstract The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of the Cz of high-definition 5-channel tDCS (HD-tDCS) on social function in 4-12 years-old children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This study was a randomized, double-blind, pseudo-controlled trial in which 45 ASD children were recruited and divided into three groups with sex, age, and rehabilitation treatment as control variables. Each group of 15 children with ASD was randomly administered active HD-tDCS with the Cz as the central anode, active HD-tDCS with the left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (F3) as the central anode, and sham HD-tDCS with the Cz as the central anode with 14 daily sessions in 3 weeks. The Social Responsiveness Scale Chinese Version (SRS-Chinese Version) was compared 1 week after stimulation with values recorded 1 week prior to stimulation. At the end of treatment, both the anodal Cz and anodal left DLFPC tDCS decreased the measures of SRS-Chinese Version. The total score of SRS-Chinese Version decreased by 13.08%, social cognition decreased by 18.33%, and social communication decreased by 10.79%, which were significantly improved over the Cz central anode active stimulation group, especially in children with young age, and middle and low function. There was no significant change in the total score and subscale score of SRS-Chinese Version over the Cz central anode sham stimulation group. In the F3 central anode active stimulation group, the total score of SRS-Chinese Version decreased by 13%, autistic behavior decreased by 19.39%, and social communication decreased by 14.39%, which were all significantly improved. However, there was no significant difference in effect between the Cz and left DLPFC stimulation conditions. HD-tDCS of the Cz central anode may be an effective treatment for social dysfunction in children with ASD. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1002/aur.3018 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=513

Reconceptualising independence in autistic adulthood: Comparing Chinese parents’ perspectives on autistic adults with and without intellectual disabilities / Anqi HUANG in Autism, 30-1 (January 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inAutism > 30-1 (January 2026) . - p.150-162 Titre : Reconceptualising independence in autistic adulthood: Comparing Chinese parents’ perspectives on autistic adults with and without intellectual disabilities Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Anqi HUANG, Auteur ; Yupei YE, Auteur ; Xuejiao HAN, Auteur ; Ziyi ZHANG, Auteur ; Jianhong GU, Auteur ; Xiaoyan KE, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.150-162 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : adults  autism  independence  parent  qualitative research  reflexive thematic analysis Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Achieving independence in adulthood remains a widely held developmental aspiration. However, prevailing frameworks often equate independence with functional proficiency and physical separation from the family, rarely capturing the lived realities and priorities of autistic individuals and their families. This qualitative study represents the first exploration of how families of autistic adults in mainland China understand, support and engage with the concept of independence. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 20 parents of autistic adults, including individuals both with and without intellectual disabilities. Through reflexive thematic analysis, four interrelated themes were identified: (1) Doing Independence Versus Being Independent; (2) From Aspirations to Reconceptualisations; (3) Invisible Needs and Misrecognised Competence; and (4) Independence as a Relational Process. These findings challenge reductive definitions of independence as mere task completion or detachment from familial support. Instead, they foreground the emotional, relational and cultural dimensions that shape independence across the lifespan. The study highlights how families actively recalibrate expectations, navigate structural constraints and advocate for contextually attuned support. In doing so, it underscores the need to reconceptualise independence as a dynamic, co-constructed process that honours both the individuality of autistic adults and the ecological contexts within which their lives unfold.Lay Abstract Independence is often positioned as a hallmark of successful adulthood. This study explored how families in mainland China understand and support independence in autistic adults from the perspective of their parents. We talked with 20 parents of autistic adults, whose children included 11 with and 9 without intellectual disabilities, to learn how they understand and support their children’s independence. Parents described independence not simply as living alone or managing daily tasks without help, but as a process that develops gradually over time, shaped by emotions, relationships and cultural values. Some autistic adults demonstrated strong practical skills but still required support with emotional regulation or unexpected situations. Parents also shared how their hopes evolved, with greater focus placed on happiness and well-being rather than traditional adult milestones. Cultural values, such as family ties and mutual support, played a significant role in shaping these perspectives. The study highlights the need for flexible and respectful support systems that honour individual differences and promote meaningful, self-defined forms of independence for autistic adults. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/10.1177/13623613251374905 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=578 [article] Reconceptualising independence in autistic adulthood: Comparing Chinese parents’ perspectives on autistic adults with and without intellectual disabilities [texte imprimé] / Anqi HUANG, Auteur ; Yupei YE, Auteur ; Xuejiao HAN, Auteur ; Ziyi ZHANG, Auteur ; Jianhong GU, Auteur ; Xiaoyan KE, Auteur . - p.150-162. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Autism > 30-1 (January 2026) . - p.150-162 Mots-clés : adults  autism  independence  parent  qualitative research  reflexive thematic analysis Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Achieving independence in adulthood remains a widely held developmental aspiration. However, prevailing frameworks often equate independence with functional proficiency and physical separation from the family, rarely capturing the lived realities and priorities of autistic individuals and their families. This qualitative study represents the first exploration of how families of autistic adults in mainland China understand, support and engage with the concept of independence. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 20 parents of autistic adults, including individuals both with and without intellectual disabilities. Through reflexive thematic analysis, four interrelated themes were identified: (1) Doing Independence Versus Being Independent; (2) From Aspirations to Reconceptualisations; (3) Invisible Needs and Misrecognised Competence; and (4) Independence as a Relational Process. These findings challenge reductive definitions of independence as mere task completion or detachment from familial support. Instead, they foreground the emotional, relational and cultural dimensions that shape independence across the lifespan. The study highlights how families actively recalibrate expectations, navigate structural constraints and advocate for contextually attuned support. In doing so, it underscores the need to reconceptualise independence as a dynamic, co-constructed process that honours both the individuality of autistic adults and the ecological contexts within which their lives unfold.Lay Abstract Independence is often positioned as a hallmark of successful adulthood. This study explored how families in mainland China understand and support independence in autistic adults from the perspective of their parents. We talked with 20 parents of autistic adults, whose children included 11 with and 9 without intellectual disabilities, to learn how they understand and support their children’s independence. Parents described independence not simply as living alone or managing daily tasks without help, but as a process that develops gradually over time, shaped by emotions, relationships and cultural values. Some autistic adults demonstrated strong practical skills but still required support with emotional regulation or unexpected situations. Parents also shared how their hopes evolved, with greater focus placed on happiness and well-being rather than traditional adult milestones. Cultural values, such as family ties and mutual support, played a significant role in shaping these perspectives. The study highlights the need for flexible and respectful support systems that honour individual differences and promote meaningful, self-defined forms of independence for autistic adults. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/10.1177/13623613251374905 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=578

Risk factors and clinical characteristics of autism spectrum disorder with regression in China / Lu HAN in Autism Research, 16-9 (September 2023)  

Public ISBD [article]  inAutism Research > 16-9 (September 2023) . - p.1836-1846 Titre : Risk factors and clinical characteristics of autism spectrum disorder with regression in China Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Lu HAN, Auteur ; Luyang GUAN, Auteur ; Ziyi ZHANG, Auteur ; Wenqing LI, Auteur ; Jinhui LI, Auteur ; Chenxi BAO, Auteur ; Mei YE, Auteur ; Min TANG, Auteur ; Xiaoyan KE, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.1836-1846 Langues : Anglais (eng) Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Abstract Autism spectrum disorder with regression (ASD-R) is characterized by the loss of previously acquired skills during the initial year of life. This study aimed to investigate the clinical characteristics, patterns of regression, and potential risk factors associated with ASD-R in the Chinese Han population. A case-control study was conducted between September 2020 and March 2022. A total of 186 children were enrolled, including 58 children with ASD-R, 70 with ASD without regression (ASD-NR), and 58 typically developing children. Demographic information, clinical characteristics, and potential risk factors related to ASD-R were assessed using a combination of questionnaires, interviews, and physician assessments. The results revealed that children with ASD-R exhibited more severe impairments in social communication and stereotyped behaviors compared with those with ASD-NR. Language regression, constituting 40% of cases within the ASD-R group, was found to be the most common type of regression. Furthermore, our analysis revealed that fever (OR=4.01, 95% CI: 1.26-12.76) and diarrhea (OR=6.32, 95% CI: 1.38-29.03) were identified as significant risk factors for ASD-R. These findings contribute to our understanding of the heterogeneity of ASD and highlight the importance of considering immune responses and gastrointestinal factors in the etiology of ASD-R. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1002/aur.3008 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=510 [article] Risk factors and clinical characteristics of autism spectrum disorder with regression in China [texte imprimé] / Lu HAN, Auteur ; Luyang GUAN, Auteur ; Ziyi ZHANG, Auteur ; Wenqing LI, Auteur ; Jinhui LI, Auteur ; Chenxi BAO, Auteur ; Mei YE, Auteur ; Min TANG, Auteur ; Xiaoyan KE, Auteur . - p.1836-1846. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Autism Research > 16-9 (September 2023) . - p.1836-1846 Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Abstract Autism spectrum disorder with regression (ASD-R) is characterized by the loss of previously acquired skills during the initial year of life. This study aimed to investigate the clinical characteristics, patterns of regression, and potential risk factors associated with ASD-R in the Chinese Han population. A case-control study was conducted between September 2020 and March 2022. A total of 186 children were enrolled, including 58 children with ASD-R, 70 with ASD without regression (ASD-NR), and 58 typically developing children. Demographic information, clinical characteristics, and potential risk factors related to ASD-R were assessed using a combination of questionnaires, interviews, and physician assessments. The results revealed that children with ASD-R exhibited more severe impairments in social communication and stereotyped behaviors compared with those with ASD-NR. Language regression, constituting 40% of cases within the ASD-R group, was found to be the most common type of regression. Furthermore, our analysis revealed that fever (OR=4.01, 95% CI: 1.26-12.76) and diarrhea (OR=6.32, 95% CI: 1.38-29.03) were identified as significant risk factors for ASD-R. These findings contribute to our understanding of the heterogeneity of ASD and highlight the importance of considering immune responses and gastrointestinal factors in the etiology of ASD-R. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1002/aur.3008 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=510

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