Despite significant advances in autism research, experts have noted that children severely
affected by autism spectrum disorder (ASD) appear to have been understudied. Rigorous …

The relationship between emotion regulation, social interaction and different types of
restricted and repetitive behaviors is poorly understood. In the present study, structural …

Behaviors characterized as restricted and repetitive (RRBs) in autism manifest in diverse
ways, from motor mannerisms to intense interests, and are diagnostically defined as …

Peer interaction can be challenging in autism spectrum disorder, but naturalistic peer-
observation scales for preschoolers are scarce. This study examined psychometric qualities …

Introduction Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder clinically
characterized by abnormalities in eye contact during social exchanges. We aimed to clarify …

Heterogeneity among individuals on the autism spectrum is widely acknowledged as a
barrier to develop effective interventions. Overcoming this challenge requires …

A practical guide to adaptive behaviors across a range of neurodevelopmental disorders
Adaptive behavior assessment measures independent living skills, including …

Behavioral inflexibility (BI) refers to the rigid and inflexible patterns of behaviors that are a
core aspect of autism. Few studies have investigated BI in autism separately from other …

Current assessments of social competence for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
are mostly designed for screening or diagnosis, not for measuring outcomes. This study …

Research suggests that toddlers with no language delay (NLD) should have better
outcomes than those with language delay (LD). However, the predictive utility of language …