ADHD-related symptoms and attention profiles in the unaffected siblings of probands with autism spectrum disorder: focus on the subtypes of autism and Asperger’s disorder

ADHD-related symptoms and attention profiles in the unaffected siblings of probands with autism spectrum disorder: focus on the subtypes of autism and Asperger’s disorder

Abstract Background The presence of attention-deficit/hyperactive disorder (ADHD) symptoms and impaired attention performance are commonly noted in individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). However, little is known about attention performance in their unaffected siblings. This study aimed to...

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Main Authors: Yi-Ling Chien, Miao-Chun Chou, Yen-Nan Chiu, Wen-Jiun Chou, Yu-Yu Wu, Wen-Che Tsai, Susan Shur-Fen Gau
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-07-01
Series:Molecular Autism
Subjects:
Autism spectrum disorder
Sibling
Attention
Continuous performance test
Endophenotype
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13229-017-0153-9

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