Anodal transcranial direct-current stimulation and non-verbal intelligence in autism spectrum disorder: A randomized controlled trial.

Tinnaphat RatsapbhayakulKeattichai KeeratitanontChanatiporn ChonpraiNarong AuvichayapatChanyut SuphakunpinyoNiramol PatjanasoontornSomsak TiamkaoOrathai TunkamnerdthaiWiyada PunjarukParadee Auvichayapat

Published in: Developmental medicine and child neurology (2024)

Ten sessions of anodal tDCS to the LDLPFC led to improved non-verbal intelligence among individuals with ASD. These results emphasize the potential of tDCS as a discrete method for boosting cognitive abilities in the high-functioning population with ASD. Future studies with larger groups of participants and extended observation periods are necessary to validate these findings.

Keyphrases

transcranial direct current stimulation
autism spectrum disorder
working memory
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
intellectual disability
current status
case control
human health
risk assessment