Review Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders – 1-1 – Mars 2014
1. Matson J. Editor’s Welcome Note. Review Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. 2014 ; 1(1) : 1-.
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2. Bennett KD, Dukes C. A Systematic Review of Teaching Daily Living Skills to Adolescents and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Review Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. 2014 ; 1(1) : 2-10.
We examined the peer-reviewed literature on teaching daily living skills to secondary students (ages 12–22 years) with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Intellectual Disabilities (ID). A systematic search of the literature spanning January 2000–October 2012 was conducted, and 14 studies meeting the inclusion criteria were identified. Overall, there is limited research examining instructional tactics for teaching daily living skills to this population. Features of the studies are presented, and a classification of the studies’ results (i.e., positive, negative, mixed) and certainty of evidence (i.e., suggestive, preponderance, conclusive) are discussed.
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3. Mannion A, Leader G. Gastrointestinal Symptoms in Autism Spectrum Disorder : A Literature Review. Review Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. 2014 ; 1(1) : 11-7.
The purpose of this literature review was to provide an overview of the research on gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms in autism spectrum disorder. Topics explored include the prevalence of GI symptoms, the importance of studying GI symptoms, the difficulties in diagnosis, as well as the questionnaire measures used to assess gastrointestinal symptoms. Research on the relationships between gastrointestinal symptoms and developmental regression, language and communication, autism severity, challenging behavior, comorbid psychopathology, sleep problems, and sensory issues is also discussed. The use of special diets is discussed also. Finally, recommendations for treatment are given as well as areas where future research is needed.
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4. Ho BPV, Stephenson J, Carter M. Cognitive-Behavioral Approach for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders : a Meta-Analysis. Review Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. 2014 ; 1(1) : 18-33.
This meta-analysis examined studies reporting on randomized controlled trials of the use of cognitive-behavioral approaches to intervention for children with autism spectrum disorder. Ten studies involving 402 children were located. The majority of the participants (mean age of 10.5 years) were high functioning, and all full-scale IQ scores reported for the individual participants were at or above 70. All interventions were administered by therapists in clinical settings, and most targeted anxiety and related issues. There was considerable variation in the intervention components used, the total training hours spent, and the modalities and time span over which the interventions were delivered. A large and statistically significant effect size was obtained from the meta-analysis, and extreme care is required in its interpretation because of substantial heterogeneity. There were some concerns about the use of child and parent reports as outcome measures and the quality of some studies. Further research is needed to investigate the feasibility of cognitive-behavioral approaches for low-functioning children with ASD by teachers in school settings.
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5. Neil N, Sturmey P. Assessment and Treatment of Obsessions and Compulsions in Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders : a Systematic Review. Review Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. 2014 ; 1(1) : 62-79.
The purpose of this paper is to systematically review empirical evidence for the assessment and treatment of obsessive–compulsive disorder (OCD) among individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Systematic searches were conducted in electronic databases, reference lists, and journals. Fifty-five studies met inclusion criteria : 21 studies investigating prevalence, symptom presentation, and assessment, as well as 34 intervention studies investigating 14 different interventions. Based on the Chambless criteria for treatment efficacy, four treatments (behavior analysis and behavior modification, risperidone, fluoxetine, and fluvoxamine for adults) met criteria for possible efficacious interventions for OCD among individuals with ASD. Positive intervention outcomes were reported in the majority of studies, but there was not enough research to make firm conclusions regarding efficacy of other treatments.
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6. Matson JL, Jang J. The Most Commonly Reported Behavior Analytic Methods in Early Intensive Autism Treatments. Review Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. 2014 ; 1(1) : 80-6.
Early intensive behavioral interventions have become a very popular treatment in the field of autism spectrum disorders. Given the rapidly expanding use of these methods and the amount of money and resources being devoted to these programs, analyses of these practices is warranted. This paper looks at treatment studies on the topic. The children treated were largely diagnosed with pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified or autism diagnoses. One-to-one training was typical as were structured curriculums. The implications of these practices are discussed along with assertions about future direction for research.
