NEURODEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS

This study tested a therapy called Modelo Sentido's® in 24 children aged 3 to 7 with autism and other neurodevelopmental challenges. The therapy combines behavioral, sensory, and stress-management techniques to improve daily living skills, communication, and family well-being. Re…

This study looked at whether a structured physiotherapy program could help reduce stress, anxiety, and depression in children aged 6-18 with autism or ADHD. The program included breathing exercises, acupressure, relaxation, and other activities to support emotional regulation. 11…

This study tested whether listening to white noise or looking at visual static could help children with ADHD perform better on focus tasks. Sixty children (some with ADHD, some without) completed eye-tracking exercises under different noise conditions. The goal was to see if the …

This study tested a 10-week program called PR-ESSENCE for teens aged 12-17 with challenging behavior living in special treatment homes. The program teaches problem-solving skills to reduce behavior problems and improve daily life. Researchers compared it to usual care and followe…

This study tested a video-based therapy program for parents of children with special health care needs, like autism or ADHD. The goal was to see if it could help reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. 104 Cantonese-speaking parents in Hong Kong took part, meeting with a therapis…

This study explores whether a single general anesthesia before age 4 can affect thinking skills like memory, attention, and flexibility in children aged 9-10. Researchers compared 80 children—half had anesthesia, half did not—using computer tasks. The goal is to understand if ear…

This study followed over 1,100 pregnant women in Guangzhou to see how their diet and nutrition during and after pregnancy related to blood sugar problems and their children's growth, development, and allergies up to age 5. Researchers measured blood sugar and insulin levels durin…

This early-stage study tested a new oral drug called IAMA-6 in 72 healthy adults to see if it is safe and how the body processes it. The drug is being developed for neurodevelopmental disorders, but this trial did not treat any disease. Researchers monitored side effects, vital s…

This study tested a French version of the PEERS program, a social skills training course for adolescents and young adults with rare neurodevelopmental disorders. The goal was to see if the program helps improve social skills, reduce loneliness, and lower anxiety. 64 participants …

This study looked at how things like birth weight and early health, along with thinking and emotional skills, are linked to learning problems and developmental disorders in children and teens. Researchers tested over 500 kids aged 5 to 18, including those with conditions like ADH…