Altered sensory processing has been an important feature of the clinical descriptions of
autism spectrum disorder (ASD). There is evidence that sensory dysregulation arises early …

Immune molecules such as cytokines and chemokines and the cells that produce them
within the brain, notably microglia, are critical for normal brain development. This recognition …

Abstract Autism Spectrum Disorder is a complex, heterogeneous disorder that affects
perception, information processing, social interaction, verbal, and nonverbal communication …

It has been strongly argued that atypical cognitive processes in autism spectrum disorder
(ASD) contribute to the expression of behavioural symptoms. Comprehensive investigation …

Executive function (EF) refers to the set of neurocognitive skills involved in goal-directed
problem solving, including working memory, inhibitory control, and set shifting/flexibility. EF …

Difficulties in social cognition are well recognized in individuals with autism spectrum
conditions (henceforth 'autism'). Here we focus on one crucial aspect of social cognition: the …

We argue that there will be no single (genetic or cognitive) cause for the diverse symptoms
defining autism. We present recent evidence of behavioral fractionation of social impairment …

Research has shown that friendship impacts the overall experience of mainstream school for
autistic children. Using a unique combination of quantitative, qualitative and social network …

We present an overview of current literature addressing cognitive flexibility in autism
spectrum disorders. Based on recent studies at multiple sites, using diverse methods and …

In this paper, we review the most recent and often conflicting findings on conventional
measures of executive control in autism spectrum disorders. We discuss the obstacles to …