1. Editorial: Physical and medical conditions associated with autism.
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Micai, Martina, Saldaña, David, Vulchanova, Mila, and Riva, Valentina
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PHYSICAL training & conditioning ,AUTISM ,ARTIFICIAL neural networks ,MATERNAL immune activation ,EPIDEMIOLOGY ,AUTOIMMUNE diseases - Abstract
This article is an editorial published in Frontiers in Psychiatry titled "Physical and medical conditions associated with autism." The editorial discusses the prevalence, causes, interventions, and long-term impacts of physical and medical conditions in autistic individuals. It highlights certain conditions such as sleep-wake disorders, epilepsy, and sensory impairments that are more common among autistic individuals. However, there are gaps in the literature regarding other conditions such as cardiovascular issues, immune dysregulation, genetic conditions, and constipation. The editorial also provides a summary of nine different papers included in the research topic, written by colleagues from various countries. These papers cover topics such as genetic and molecular mechanisms, immune dysregulation and inflammation, epidemiological and health profiles, treatment and strategies, and barriers to effective communication. The article emphasizes the importance of comprehensive medical assessments and individualized interventions for autistic individuals. [Extracted from the article]
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- 2024
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