Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are neurodevelopmental disorders in which multiple
genetic and environmental factors play roles. Symptoms of deficits in social communication …

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

Background There has been increasing interest in the potential for pre‐emptive
interventions in the prodrome of autism, but little investigation as to their effect. Methods A …

Background Although autism spectrum condition (ASC) is strongly genetic in origin,
accumulating evidence points to the critical roles of various environmental influences on its …

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 …

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

From birth, interactions with others are an integral part of a person's daily life. In infancy,
social exchanges are thought to be critical for optimal brain development. This systematic …

Background Risk markers for later autism identified in the first year of life present plausible
intervention targets during early development. We aimed to assess the effect of a parent …

Background: Recent models of the early emergence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
propose that infant intrinsic risk susceptibilities in behaviour may be amplified by interaction …

Background From birth, infants show a preference for the faces, gaze, and voices of others.
In individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) these biases seem to be disturbed …