Etiology of Attention Deficit in Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and the Role of Neuroscientific Literature Reviews

Authors

  • Elisabeta Kafia Ph.D., Head of the Department of Psychology, "Albanian University", Tirana, Albania
  • Silva Ibrahimi Department of Psychology, Albanian University, Tirana, Albania
  • Ervin Ibrahimi Medical Officer Area Vasta 2, Cooss-Marche, Italy

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https://doi.org/10.56345/ijrdv10n1s110

Abstract

As mentioned in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM-5) (APA, 2013), the main features of Autism Spectrum Disorder include (a) the presence of abnormal or impaired development in social interaction and communication, and (b) the presence of activities /interests/restricted and stereotyped behaviors (APA-DSM-5, 2013). Manifestations of the disorder vary based on the individual's developmental level (DL/IQ) and chronological age. In most cases, the diagnosis of ASD is accompanied by mental retardation, usually of moderate severity. About 75% of children with ASD show abnormalities in cognitive development regardless of the general level of intelligence (Armstrong, 2017; Shyman, 2016; Shic, & Scassellati, 2006).

 

Received: 05 May 2022 / Accepted: 19 May 2023 / Published: 20 May 2023

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2023-05-20

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Kafia, E., Ibrahimi, S., & Ibrahimi, E. (2023). Etiology of Attention Deficit in Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and the Role of Neuroscientific Literature Reviews. Interdisciplinary Journal of Research and Development, 10(1 S1), 63. https://doi.org/10.56345/ijrdv10n1s110

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Vol. 10 No. 1 S1 (2023): May 2023 - Special Issue

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