Open AccessDependence of Cognitive and Mental Development in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder on Thyroid Dysfunction and Cortisol Imbalance
Author(s) -
Alexandra Alexandrovna Maximova
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
hsoa journal of human endocrinology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2572-9640
DOI - 10.24966/he-9640/100017
Subject(s) - cognition , autism spectrum disorder , psychology , autism , developmental psychology , clinical psychology , psychiatry
Causal relationships and statistically proven correlations have been established between hypothyroidism and / or cortisol imbalance and negative behaviors and violations of mental and cognitive development in children with autism spectrum disorder. Also, correcting hormonal disorders led to a decrease in negative behaviors and noticeable improvements in mental states and cognitive functions. Successful therapeutic strategies are proposed for all types of hormonal disorders considered.