Examination of the hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal (HPA) axis via cortisol among
individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has been a growing area of research …

Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are a spectrum of neurodevelopmental disorders
characterized by impaired social interaction and communication, as well as stereotyped and …

Parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) have been reported as
experiencing higher levels of stress and poorer physical health than parents of typically …

The objective of the current study was to compare the effects of sensory-integration therapy
(SIT) and a behavioral intervention on rates of challenging behavior (including self-injurious …

Importance Adverse perinatal circumstances have been associated with increased risk for
autism in offspring. Women exposed to childhood abuse experience more adverse perinatal …

A role for immunological involvement in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has long been
hypothesized. This review includes four sections describing (1) evidence for a relationship …

Objective: The objective of this study was to review and compare the similarities between
autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and ADHD with regard to symptomatology, neurological …

The mission of the human stress system is the maintenance of homeostasis in the presence
of real or perceived, acute or chronic stressors. The hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal (HPA) …

Many adolescents and young adults with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) experience high
levels of stress and anxiety. The purpose of this pilot study was to examine whether physical …

Background Reports of higher stress responsivity, altered sleep-wake cycle and a melatonin
deficit in autism have stimulated interest in the cortisol circadian rhythm in individuals with …