Autism Spectrum Disorder: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Management
A special issue of Journal of Clinical Medicine (ISSN 2077-0383). This special issue belongs to the section "Mental Health".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 25 June 2025 | Viewed by 315
Special Issue Editor
Interests: ADHD; neurodevelopmental disorders; autism; AI in mental health; service development
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
We are organizing a Special Issue on adult Autism, specifically focusing on the clinical pathway from pre-diagnosis, and referral to diagnostic and support approaches.
Adult Autism, although long recognised, has gained increasing attention in recent years due to advancements in understanding and awareness. Areas of focus have included neuropsychology, biological markers, genetic markers, neuroanatomy, and neuroimaging, contributing to a deeper understanding of Autism across the lifespan.
Globally, there seems to be increased demand for assessments and support services for Autism, accompanied by developments in diagnostic and intervention methods. In addition to refining the conceptualisation of Autism as it applies to different populations, there is growing interest in how Autism manifests in specific medical groups, such as adults with co-occurring mental health conditions or physical health issues. The overlap between Autism and other neurodevelopmental and psychiatric disorders remains an area of ongoing research.
In this context, technology has emerged as a significant tool in Autism diagnostics, with innovations such as AI-driven assessments and wearable devices showing promise. The pace of technological advancement in this field is notable, offering potential improvements in the accuracy and accessibility of Autism diagnostics.
Regarding support approaches, various therapeutic models have been studied, ranging from pharmacological interventions to psychological and other supportive methods aimed at achieving a more comprehensive approach to care beyond traditional medication.
This Special Issue is designed to collect articles focusing on new populations where Autism may be under-recognised, new diagnostic approaches, and innovative support and intervention strategies. It welcomes contributions from diverse disciplines that can add to this important discussion.
Prof. Dr. Marios Adamou
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- adult autism (including autism spectrum disorders)
- neurodevelopmental disorders
- clinical diagnostics
- digital diagnostics
- artificial intelligence
- multimodal treatments
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