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Research Studies is a compilation of published research articles funded by AHRQ or authored by AHRQ researchers.
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26 to 31 of 31 Research Studies DisplayedWeitlauf AS, Sathe N, McPheeters ML
Interventions targeting sensory challenges in autism spectrum disorder: a systematic review.
This review evaluated the effectiveness and safety of interventions targeting sensory challenges in ASD. It concluded that some interventions may yield modest short-term (<6 months) improvements in sensory- and ASD symptom severity-related outcomes; the evidence base is small, and the durability of the effects is unclear. Although some therapies may hold promise, substantial needs exist for continuing improvements in methodologic rigor.
AHRQ-funded; 290201500003I.
Citation: Weitlauf AS, Sathe N, McPheeters ML .
Interventions targeting sensory challenges in autism spectrum disorder: a systematic review.
Pediatrics 2017 Jun;139(6):e20170347. doi: 10.1542/peds.2017-0347.
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Keywords: Patient-Centered Outcomes Research, Evidence-Based Practice, Comparative Effectiveness, Children/Adolescents, Autism
Sathe N, Andrews JC, McPheeters ML
Nutritional and dietary interventions for autism spectrum disorder: a systematic review.
The objective of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of dietary interventions or nutritional supplements in autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Since the studies reviewed were small and short-term, and there were few fully categorized populations or concomitant interventions, the researchers concluded that there is little evidence to support the use of nutritional supplements or dietary therapies for children with ASD.
AHRQ-funded; 290201500003I.
Citation: Sathe N, Andrews JC, McPheeters ML .
Nutritional and dietary interventions for autism spectrum disorder: a systematic review.
Pediatrics 2017 Jun;139(6):e20170346. doi: 10.1542/peds.2017-0346.
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Keywords: Evidence-Based Practice, Nutrition, Vitamins and Supplements, Autism
Bush RA, Stahmer AC, Connelly CD
Exploring perceptions and use of the electronic health record by parents of children with autism spectrum disorder: a qualitative study.
This study used structured interviews with nine parents to examine perceptions of electronic health records and related patient portals in the treatment of their children. The authors recommend further research to increase portal registration and integration in patient care.
AHRQ-funded; HS022404.
Citation: Bush RA, Stahmer AC, Connelly CD .
Exploring perceptions and use of the electronic health record by parents of children with autism spectrum disorder: a qualitative study.
Health Informatics J 2016 Sep;22(3):702-11. doi: 10.1177/1460458215581911.
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Keywords: Autism, Electronic Health Records (EHRs), Web-Based, Patient Experience, Education: Patient and Caregiver
Bauer NS, Carroll AE, Saha C
Computer decision support changes physician practice but not knowledge regarding autism spectrum disorders.
This study examined whether adding an autism module promoting adherence to clinical guidelines to an existing computer decision support system (CDSS) changed physician knowledge and self-reported clinical practice. It found that a CDSS module to improve primary care management of ASD in pediatric practice led to significant improvements in physician-reported use of validated screening tools to screen for ASDs.
AHRQ-funded; HS018453.
Citation: Bauer NS, Carroll AE, Saha C .
Computer decision support changes physician practice but not knowledge regarding autism spectrum disorders.
Appl Clin Inform 2015;6(3):454-65. doi: 10.4338/aci-2014-09-ra-0084.
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Keywords: Health Information Technology (HIT), Practice Patterns, Clinical Decision Support (CDS), Children/Adolescents, Autism
Mohd Roffeei SH, Abdullah N, Basar SK
Seeking social support on Facebook for children with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs).
This study examined the types of social support messages exchanged between parents and/or caregivers of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) who communicate via Facebook. It found that the highest percentage of messages offered dealt with informational support (30.7 percent) followed by emotional support (27.8 percent). Network and esteem support messages were responsible for 20.97 percent and 20.2 percent, respectively.
AHRQ-funded; HS018809.
Citation: Mohd Roffeei SH, Abdullah N, Basar SK .
Seeking social support on Facebook for children with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs).
Int J Med Inform 2015 May;84(5):375-85. doi: 10.1016/j.ijmedinf.2015.01.015..
Keywords: Social Media, Children/Adolescents, Caregiving, Telehealth, Autism
Broder-Fingert S, Ferrone CF, Giauque A
Residents' knowledge and comfort with caring for children with autism spectrum disorder.
The authors evaluated a cohort of pediatric residents’ knowledge of and comfort with caring for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Their data suggest that more education is needed to increase resident competence in caring for individuals with ASD. Residents reported very low rates of direct communication with patients with ASD and no residents had used pictures to communicate with these patients. The authors found it concerning that few residents had found resources to help these patients with their communication needs. At the same time, comfort with using pictures to communicate was scored higher than other domains.
AHRQ-funded; HS000063.
Citation: Broder-Fingert S, Ferrone CF, Giauque A .
Residents' knowledge and comfort with caring for children with autism spectrum disorder.
Clin Pediatr 2014 Dec;53(14):1390-2. doi: 10.1177/0009922814526982.
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Keywords: Autism, Children/Adolescents, Education: Continuing Medical Education, Children/Adolescents, Clinician-Patient Communication