Knowledge mapping of autistic traits: a visual analysis via CiteSpace

Frontiers in Psychiatry, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 16

Published: April 24, 2025

The aim of this study was to analyze the research hotspots and frontiers in field autistic traits (AT) between 1997 2024. Web Science Core Collection (WOSCC) is used as a data source study, analyzing 1,044 academic articles on AT published included were visually analyzed using CiteSpace 6.2.R4 software, which map keywords core literature related progress emerging field. A total have been analysis, number has demonstrated an upward trajectory. nations England, USA, Australia are at vanguard body literature. With regard institutions, University London attracted considerable attention result its substantial contributions AT. most relevant Journal Autism Developmental Disorders. scope expanded considerably, encompassing psychology, education, other disciplines. dimensions extend beyond behavioral, genetic, cognitive, neural aspects include environmental hormonal factors. Furthermore, population evolved from twins general focus specific groups, such individuals with psychiatric disorders. This broadening led significant increase recent years. In sum, provides comprehensive perspective that can inform guide further in-depth

Language: Английский

Challenges to high-quality care in autism with functional somatic symptoms: A case-inspired narrative review and exploratory biopsychosocial model

Clinical Child Psychology and Psychiatry, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: May 16, 2025

BackgroundChildren and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) frequently experience functional somatic symptoms (FSS), although the underlying causes often remain unclear. Various biological psychological factors, both individual within families, such as alexithymia or health anxiety, can intensify these symptoms, sometimes resulting in excessive unnecessary medical interventions.MethodsA narrative review of literature was conducted, alongside presentation a case report involving 13-year-old boy ASD. The illustrates how personal familial factors influence FSS risks inappropriate treatment.DiscussionThe findings suggest that play significant role manifestation These increase risk medicalization, they lead to misinterpretation by caregivers healthcare providers. further underscores interaction dynamics complicate management FSS. A comprehensive biopsychosocial approach addresses family is crucial for managing Future research should focus on developing targeted interventions address influences enhance quality care reduce potentially harmful utilization

Language: Английский

Assessing Autistic Traits, Hikikomori Tendencies, Pathological Videogaming, and Eating Disorders in University Students: Are Pathological Videogaming and Eating Disorders Gender-Specific Manifestations of the Autism Spectrum?

Brain Sciences, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 14(7), P. 720 - 720

Published: July 17, 2024

In the previous literature, specific attention has been paid to investigate autism spectrum symptoms and traits in university students. this framework, we aimed evaluate presence correlates of autistic traits, hikikomori tendencies, altered eating behaviors, pathological videogaming a sample Italian students enrolled bachelor's degree courses. A total 1192 were recruited via an online survey assessed with Hikikomori Questionnaire-25, Adult Autism Subthreshold Spectrum Questionnaire, Eating Attitude test-26, Assessment Internet Computer Game Addiction. Our results highlighted significant differences prevalence social withdrawal habits, videogame use based on gender, age, parents' level instruction, field study. effect gender scores obtained other questionnaires was reported. not only support role as vulnerability factor for development set psychopathological conditions but also suggest that could modulate vulnerability, supporting hypothesis gender-specific phenotypes spectrum.

Language: Английский