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Autism Spectrum Disorder Symptomatology In Children With Neurofibromatosis Type 1, Christina Casnar
Autism Spectrum Disorder Symptomatology In Children With Neurofibromatosis Type 1, Christina Casnar
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Social problems are a common concern of parents of children with Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1). There has been a recent surge of research examining the prevalence of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and ASD symptomatology in children with NF1. Findings from this relatively new body of research are mixed. The primary aim of this study was to examine ASD symptomatology in children with NF1 using a comprehensive assessment of ASD symptoms. A second aim was to examine possible variables that may contribute to socio-communicative difficulties. Participants included 25 children with NF1 between the ages of 9 and 13, along with their …