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Childhood Autism: Clinical Characteristics, Nutritional Status, and Psychosocial Features

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  • Sara Almsmary

    (University of Benghazi, Libya)

  • Waala Alwarfaly

    (University of Benghazi, Libya)

  • Selima Muftah

    (University of Benghazi, Libya)

  • Ashmisa Ebrahim Eltuhami

    (University of Benghazi, Libya)

  • Zahzahan Ateia Alsaeti

    (University of Benghazi, Libya)

  • Reima Mansour

    (Western Sydney University, Australia)

  • Ali Ateia Elmabsout

    (University of Benghazi, Libya)

Abstract

Introduction: Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a set of neurodevelopmental disorders characterized by a deficit in social behaviors and nonverbal interactions onset in the first 3 years of life. Therefore, the present study aimed to study the clinical features, nutritional status, risk factors, and behaviors of children with autism. Methods: Across section study involved a total of 100 subjects 74 (76%) male and 26 (24%) female. The ages of the children were ranging from 3-17 years old. The self-administration questionnaire containing questions on behavior, health problems, nutritional status, and risk factors was also completed. Bodyweight and height were measured to calculate the BMI percentile. Laboratory tests such as blood glucose and HbA1C, vitamin D were included. Clinical and behavioral information is also involved. All samples were analyzed through either mean ±SEM or Chi-square to determine significant differences. Results: The present study shows that the majority of the children have age 7 years old, and autism increased significantly at ages between 6-10 years (P

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  • Sara Almsmary & Waala Alwarfaly & Selima Muftah & Ashmisa Ebrahim Eltuhami & Zahzahan Ateia Alsaeti & Reima Mansour & Ali Ateia Elmabsout, 2022. "Childhood Autism: Clinical Characteristics, Nutritional Status, and Psychosocial Features," European Journal of Medical and Health Sciences, European Open Science, vol. 4(3), pages 98-104, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:epw:ejmed0:v:4:y:2022:i:3:id:41156
    DOI: 10.24018/ejmed.2022.4.3.1156
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