There have been numerous attempts to explain the enigma of autism, but existing
neurocognitive theories often provide merely a refined description of 1 cluster of symptoms …

Autism spectrum disorder currently lacks an explanation that bridges cognitive,
computational, and neural domains. In the past 5 years, progress has been sought in this …

Importance The social motivation hypothesis posits that individuals with autism spectrum
disorder (ASD) find social stimuli less rewarding than do people with neurotypical activity …

Early identification of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is essential to ensure that children can
access specialized evidence-based interventions that can help to optimize long-term …

Abstract Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) are neurodevelopmental disorders
characterized by impairments in social interaction and communication, and the presence of …

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has a variety of causes, and its clinical expression is
generally associated with substantial disability throughout the lifespan. Recent advances …

Background The ability to spontaneously attend to the social overtures and activities of
others is essential for the development of social cognition and communication. This ability is …

Background There has been increased interest in early screening and intervention for young
children with, or at risk of, autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This has generated a debate …

Earlier identification and diagnosis of autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) can improve
opportunities for children to benefit from intervention and lessen the burden on concerned …

Background To delineate the early progression of autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
symptoms, this study investigated developmental characteristics of infants at high familial …