Social behavior in RASopathies and idiopathic autism.

Allison M H FoyRebekah L HudockRyan ShanleyElizabeth I Pierpont

Published in: Journal of neurodevelopmental disorders (2022)

Findings suggest that the development of social behavior among children with RASopathies involves a distinct pattern of strengths and weaknesses as compared to a behaviorally defined disorder (idiopathic ASD). Identification of areas of resilience as well as behavioral and social challenges will support more targeted intervention.

Keyphrases

autism spectrum disorder
healthcare
mental health
randomized controlled trial
intellectual disability
climate change
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social support
working memory