Search for dissertations about: "Neurodevelopmental impairment"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 32 swedish dissertations containing the words Neurodevelopmental impairment.

2. 1. Autism spectrum disorders - first indicators and school age outcome

   Author : Martina Barnevik Olsson; Göteborgs universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Autism spectrum disorder; autistic traits; neurodevelopmental disorders; attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder; language impairment; regulatory problems; A-TAC; adaptive behavior; borderline intellectual functioning; intellectual disability; outcome; ESSENCE; Autism Plus;

   Abstract : Background: Studies of early indicators, diagnostic stability and outcome at mid-school age in children referred early in life for a suspected autism spectrum disorder (asd) have been few. Aims: To examine early indicators of asd and eight-year stability of asd diagnoses, comorbidity, cognitive levels and overall clinical profiles, in children diagnosed with asd in preschool age after receiving early intervention. READ MORE

4. 2. Morphological variants in neurodevelopmental disorders

   Author : Lynnea Myers; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : ;

   Abstract : Neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs), including autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are diagnosed in a significant minority of children, adolescents, and adults worldwide. Physical examinations are recommended for children undergoing assessment of NDDs, including evaluation of the presence of morphological variants, which are altered physical features of the body such as low-set ears, curved finger digits, narrow lips, etc. READ MORE

5. 3. Rett syndrome, motor development, mobility and orthostatic reactions : loss of function, difficulties and possibilities

   Author : Gunilla Larsson; Britta Lindström; Ingegerd Witt Engerström; Åsa Bartonek; Umeå universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Rett syndrome; child development; developmental disabilities; gait; impairment; mobility; motivation; motor skills disorders; orthostatic intolerance; physiotherapy; recovery of function.;

   Abstract : Rett syndrome (RTT) is a rare, severe neurodevelopmental disorder, which partly develops in a predictable way, and influences many bodily functions. Regression, i.e. loss of earlier achieved abilities, is one of the clinical criteria for RTT. READ MORE

6. 4. Background aEEG/EEG measures in very preterm infants : Relation to physiology and outcome

   Author : Sverre Wikström; Lena Hellström-Westas; Ingmar Rosén; Andrew Whitelaw; Uppsala universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Electroencephalography; brain damage; prediction; interburst interval; Neurodevelopmental impairment; Paediatric medicine; Pediatrisk medicin;

   Abstract : The overall aim of this thesis was to characterize single-channel aEEG/EEG, recorded during the first postnatal days in preterm infants, in relation to brain function and two-year outcome. Study I investigated if aEEG/EEG was associated with neonatal brain injury, inflammation and outcome in 16 very preterm (VPT) infants. READ MORE

7. 5. lnternalizing problems in childhood and adolescence: predictive, etiological, and neurodevelopmental aspects

   Author : Sabrina Doering; Göteborgs universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Internalizing disorders; Anxiety disorders; Depressive disorders; Neurodevelopmental disorders; Education; Twin study; Age of onset; Prevalence;

   Abstract : Internalizing disorders such as anxiety and depressive disorders are common mental disorders in childhood and adolescence. They are characterized by disordered emotions and moods, causing emotional distress and impairment. READ MORE