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Taylor, Matthew A.; Schreck, Kimberly A.; Mulick, James A. – Research in Developmental Disabilities: A Multidisciplinary Journal, 2012
Sleep problems associated with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) have been well documented, but less is known about the effects of sleep problems on day-time cognitive and adaptive performance in this population. Children diagnosed with autism or pervasive developmental disorder-not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS) (N = 335) from 1 to 10 years of age…
Descriptors: Intelligence, Communication Problems, Behavior Problems, Socialization
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Matson, Johnny L.; Dempsey, Timothy; Fodstad, Jill C. – Research in Developmental Disabilities: A Multidisciplinary Journal, 2009
Autism Spectrum Disorders are a class of conditions categorized by communication problems, ritualistic behaviors, and deficits in social behaviors. While evidence supporting a genetic component of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) is strong, no specific genetic marker has been identified. Thus, professionals have had to utilize intelligence tests…
Descriptors: Communication Problems, Independent Living, Severe Mental Retardation, Autism