Volume : V, Issue : XI, November - 2016

Aberrant neuroplasticity in autism spectrum disorder

Jayaraman, Anusha, Mundkur, Nandini

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 Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) prevalence has been increasing at an alarming rate in recent decades. The underlying causative mechanisms of ASD are still unclear. Aberrant neuroplasticity has been suggested to contribute to the development of ASD. Here, we review the role of neuroplasticity in ASD, factors implicated in aberrant neuroplasticity, and possible interventions. Given the importance of neuroplasticity in healthy and diseased ain, we intend to emphasize the need for interventions, especially for ASD, at a very early stage when the plasticity of the ain is high. Current literature highlights the connection between aberrant neuroplasticity resulting from various genetic and environmental factors and ASD. Neuromodulatory interventions are promising tools to regulate aberrant neuroplasticity and as potential therapies for ASD although further studies are required. Modulation of neuroplasticity at an early developmental stage through behavioral therapy might be a useful strategy to adopt at clinical settings for children with ASD

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Jayaraman, Anusha, Mundkur, Nandini, Aberrant neuroplasticity in autism spectrum disorder, International Journal of Scientific Research, Volume : 5 | Issue : 11 | November 2016

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