Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder: Advances in Social-Cognitive and Educational Processes

Dear Colleagues,

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are two of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders at school age. Both have a negative impact on individuals and their families because of their severity and persistence throughout the life cycle. The high prevalence rates of these disorders are indicative of the high costs they generate in terms of health care and educational expenses. Despite the differences in the nuclear symptomatology, ADHD is characterized by problems of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity, while in ASD, there are predominant difficulties in communication, social interaction, and the presence of repetitive behaviors and restricted interests. Both disorders show similarities, which have supported the possibility of a comorbid diagnosis of ASD + ADHD. More evidence is needed to contribute with new approaches to the different underlying cognitive domains of these disorders to achieve efficient assessment approaches and more effective treatments.

This Special Issue focuses on the current state of knowledge surrounding social-cognitive processes, learning and developmental outcomes, evaluation, and clinical and educational intervention of ASD and ADHD. The research population includes children and those in adolescence. Moreover, this SI aims to analyze the role of education in leading change through practice as well as constant innovation for a more inclusive education.

New research papers, reviews, and case reports are welcome. Papers dealing with new clinical and educational approaches to address family needs, social requirements, school functioning, educational needs, as well as those that highlight the developmental outcomes of ASD, ADHD, and ASD+ADHD, are welcome.

You may choose our Joint Special Issue in Children.

Dr. Simona De Stasio
Dr. Carmen Berenguer
Guest Editors

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• ADHD
• autism
• social–developmental outcomes
• cognitive processes
• evaluation
• educational intervention