Complementary and Alternative Therapies for Autism Spectrum Disorder

Pharmacological interventions for somatoform disorders in adults

Kleinstäuber, M., Witthöft, M., Steffanowski, A., van Marwijk, H., Hiller, W., & Lambert, M. J. (2014) · Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews · doi:10.1002/14651858.cd010628.pub2 · Cited by 11,369

Complementary and Alternative Medicine Use Among Adults and Children: United States, 2007

Barnes, P. M., Bloom, B. E., & Nahin, R. L. (2008) · PsycEXTRA Dataset · doi:10.1037/e623942009-001 · Cited by 3,144

Gastrointestinal flora and gastrointestinal status in children with autism – comparisons to typical children and correlation with autism severity

Adams, J. B., Johansen, L. J., Powell, L. D., Quig, D., & Rubin, R. A. (2011) · BMC Gastroenterology · doi:10.1186/1471-230x-11-22 · Cited by 1,076

Prevalence of autism-spectrum conditions: UK school-based population study

Baron-Cohen, S., Scott, F. J., Allison, C., Williams, J., Bolton, P., Matthews, F. E., & Brayne, C. (2009) · British Journal of Psychiatry · doi:10.1192/bjp.bp.108.059345 · Cited by 918

Internet survey of treatments used by parents of children with autism.

Green, V. A., Pituch, K. A., Itchon, J., Choi, A., O’Reilly, M., & Sigafoos, J. (2006) · Research in Developmental Disabilities · doi:10.1016/j.ridd.2004.12.002 · Cited by 617

Hyperbaric oxygen: its uses, mechanisms of action and outcomes

Gill, A. L., & Bell, C. N. A. (2004) · QJM · doi:10.1093/qjmed/hch074 · Cited by 515

Gastrointestinal abnormalities in children with autistic disorder

Horváth, K., Papadimitriou, J. C., Rabsztyn, A., Drachenberg, C. B., & Tildón, J. T. (1999) · The Journal of Pediatrics · doi:10.1016/s0022-3476(99)70052-1 · Cited by 489

Evidence of oxidative damage and inflammation associated with low glutathione redox status in the autism brain

Rose, S., Melnyk, S., Pavliv, O., Bai, S., Nick, T. G., Frye, R. E., & James, S. J. (2012) · Translational Psychiatry · doi:10.1038/tp.2012.61 · Cited by 480

GABA system dysfunction in autism and related disorders: From synapse to symptoms

Coghlan, S., Horder, J., Inkster, B., Méndez, M. A., Murphy, D., & Nutt, D. (2012) · Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews · doi:10.1016/j.neubiorev.2012.07.005 · Cited by 459

Music therapy for people with autism spectrum disorder

Geretsegger, M., Elefant, C., Mössler, K. A., & Gold, C. (2014) · Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews · doi:10.1002/14651858.cd004381.pub3 · Cited by 445

Identification, Evaluation, and Management of Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder

Hyman, S. L., Levy, S. E., Myers, S. M., COUNCIL ON CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES, S. O. D. A. B. P., Kuo, D. Z., Apkon, S., Davidson, L. F., Ellerbeck, K. A., Foster, J. E. A., Noritz, G. H., et al. (2020) · Pediatrics · doi:10.1542/peds.2019-3447 · Cited by 1,798

Autism Spectrum Disorder: Classification, diagnosis and therapy

Sharma, S., Gonda, X., & Tarazi, F. I. (2018) · Pharmacology & Therapeutics · doi:10.1016/j.pharmthera.2018.05.007 · Cited by 745

Evidence-based support for autistic people across the lifespan: maximising potential, minimising barriers, and optimising the person–environment fit

Lai, M.-C., Anagnostou, E., Wiznitzer, M., Allison, C., & Baron-Cohen, S. (2020) · The Lancet Neurology · doi:10.1016/s1474-4422(20)30034-x · Cited by 250

Relationship between Long Chain n-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids and Autism Spectrum Disorder: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Case-Control and Randomised Controlled Trials

Mazahery, H., Stonehouse, W., Delshad, M., Kruger, M. C., Conlon, C. A., Beck, K. L., & von Hurst, P. R. (2017) · Nutrients · doi:10.3390/nu9020155 · Cited by 146

Music therapy for autistic people

Geretsegger, M., Fusar‐Poli, L., Elefant, C., Mössler, K. A., Vitale, G., & Gold, C. (2022) · Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews · doi:10.1002/14651858.cd004381.pub4 · Cited by 163

Challenges, priorities, barriers to care, and stigma in families of people with autism: Similarities and differences among six Latin American countries

Paula, C. S., Cukier, S., da Cunha, G. R., Irarrázaval, M., Montiel‐Nava, C., García, R. N., Rosoli, A., Valdez, D., Bordini, D., Shih, A. J., et al. (2020) · Autism · doi:10.1177/1362361320940073 · Cited by 122

ToM & ASD: The interconnection of Theory of Mind with the social-emotional, cognitive development of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The use of ICTs as an alternative form of intervention in ASD

Bamicha, V., & Drigas, A. S. (2022) · Technium Social Sciences Journal · doi:10.47577/tssj.v33i1.6845 · Cited by 108

Gastrointestinal Symptoms and Feeding Problems and Their Associations with Dietary Interventions, Food Supplement Use, and Behavioral Characteristics in a Sample of Children and Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders

Babinska, K., Celusakova, H., Belica, I., Szapuova, Z., Waczulikova, I., Nemcsicsova, D., Tomova, A., & Ostatnikova, D. (2020) · International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health · doi:10.3390/ijerph17176372 · Cited by 74

A randomized controlled trial of 25 sessions comparing music therapy and music listening for children with autism spectrum disorder

Rabeyron, T., Robledo, J.-P., Carasco, E., Bisson, V., Bodeau, N., Vrait, F.-X., Berna, F. S., & Bonnot, O. (2020) · Psychiatry Research · doi:10.1016/j.psychres.2020.113377 · Cited by 70

The Effect of a Combined Gluten- and Casein-Free Diet on Children and Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Keller, A., Rimestad, M. L., Rohde, J. F., Petersen, B. H., Korfitsen, C. B., Tarp, S., Lauritsen, M. B., & Händel, M. N. (2021) · Nutrients · doi:10.3390/nu13020470 · Cited by 78

Dietary and Supplement-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine Use in Pediatric Autism Spectrum Disorder

Trudeau, M. S., Madden, R. F., Parnell, J. A., Gibbard, W. B., & Shearer, J. (2019) · Nutrients · doi:10.3390/nu11081783 · Cited by 59

Sleeping without Prescription: Management of Sleep Disorders in Children with Autism with Non-Pharmacological Interventions and Over-the-Counter Treatments

Esposito, D., Belli, A., Ferri, R., & Bruni, O. (2020) · Brain Sciences · doi:10.3390/brainsci10070441 · Cited by 59

Autism in Africa: prevalence, diagnosis, treatment and the impact of social and cultural factors on families and caregivers: a review

Aderinto, N., Olatunji, G. D., & Idowu, O. (2023) · Annals of Medicine and Surgery · doi:10.1097/ms9.0000000000001107 · Cited by 52

Efficacy and Safety of Diet Therapies in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Systematic Literature Review and Meta-Analysis

Yu, Y., Huang, J.-Y., Chen, X., Fu, J., Wang, X., Pu, L., Gu, C., & Cai, C. (2022) · Frontiers in Neurology · doi:10.3389/fneur.2022.844117 · Cited by 47

Prevalence and predictors of psychotropic medication use in adolescents and adults with autism spectrum disorder in Italy: A cross-sectional study

Fusar‐Poli, L., Brondino, N., Rocchetti, M., Petrosino, B., Arillotta, D., Damiani, S., Provenzani, U., Petrosino, C., Aguglia, E., & Politi, P. (2019) · Psychiatry Research · doi:10.1016/j.psychres.2019.04.013 · Cited by 45

Post-diagnostic management and follow-up care for autism spectrum disorder

Ip, A., Zwaigenbaum, L., & Brian, J. A. (2019) · Paediatrics & Child Health · doi:10.1093/pch/pxz121 · Cited by 42

Herbal Medicine Treatment for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Systematic Review

Bang, M.-R., Lee, S. H., Cho, S., Yu, S.-A., Kim, K., Lu, H. Y., Chang, G. T., & Min, S. Y. (2017) · Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine · doi:10.1155/2017/8614680 · Cited by 40

Innovative computer technology in music-based interventions for individuals with autism moving beyond traditional interactive music therapy techniques

Johnston, D., Egermann, H., & Kearney, G. (2018) · Cogent Psychology · doi:10.1080/23311908.2018.1554773 · Cited by 35

Comorbid Psychopathology, Challenging Behavior, Sensory Issues, Adaptive Behavior and Quality of Life in Children and Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Leader, G., Flynn, C., O’Rourke, N., Coyne, R., Caher, A., & Mannion, A. (2021) · Developmental Neurorehabilitation · doi:10.1080/17518423.2021.1898058 · Cited by 37

A Systematic Review of Scientific Studies on the Effects of Music in People with or at Risk for Autism Spectrum Disorder

Applewhite, B., Cankaya, Z., Heiderscheit, A., & Himmerich, H. (2022) · International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health · doi:10.3390/ijerph19095150 · Cited by 45

Sulforaphane treatment for autism spectrum disorder: A systematic review

McGuinness, G., & Kim, Y. (2020) · EXCLI journal · doi:10.17179/excli2020-2487 · Cited by 34

Comprehensive Management of Autism: Current Evidence

Shenoy, M. D., Indla, V., & Reddy, H. (2017) · Indian Journal of Psychological Medicine · doi:10.4103/ijpsym.ijpsym_272_17 · Cited by 34

Complementary and alternative medicine use in adults with autism spectrum disorder in Germany: results from a multi-center survey

Höfer, J., Hoffmann, F., Kamp‐Becker, I., Küpper, C. S., Poustka, L., Roepke, S., Roessner, V., Stroth, S., Wolff, N., & Bachmann, C. (2019) · BMC Psychiatry · doi:10.1186/s12888-019-2043-5 · Cited by 35

Collaboration between Behavior Analysts and Occupational Therapists in Autism Service Provision: Bridging the Gap

Gasiewski, K., Weiss, M. J., Leaf, J. B., & Labowitz, J. (2021) · Behavior Analysis in Practice · doi:10.1007/s40617-021-00619-y · Cited by 30

Qigong in the treatment of children with autism spectrum disorder: A systematic review

Rodrigues, J. M., Mestre, M., & Fredes, L. I. (2019) · Journal of Chinese Integrative Medicine · doi:10.1016/j.joim.2019.04.003 · Cited by 30

Yoga Therapy in Children with Cystic Fibrosis Decreases Immediate Anxiety and Joint Pain

McNamara, C., Johnson, M., Read, L., Velden, H. V., Thygeson, M. V., Liu, M., Gandrud, L. M., & McNamara, J. (2016) · Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine · doi:10.1155/2016/9429504 · Cited by 27

An anxious relationship between Autism Spectrum Disorder and Gut Microbiota: A tangled chemistry?

Vellingiri, B., Aishwarya, S. Y., Jancy, S. B., Abhishek, G. S., Babu, H. W. S., Vijayakumar, P., Narayanasamy, A., Mariappan, S., Sangeetha, R., Gopalakrishnan, A. V., et al. (2022) · Journal of Clinical Neuroscience · doi:10.1016/j.jocn.2022.03.003 · Cited by 23

Effect of l-Carnosine as adjunctive therapy in the management of children with autism spectrum disorder: a randomized controlled study

Abraham, D. A., Narasimhan, U., Christy, S., & Rajanandh, M. G. (2020) · Amino Acids · doi:10.1007/s00726-020-02909-1 · Cited by 27

“Chasing hope”: Parents’ perspectives on complementary and alternative interventions for children with autism in Kazakhstan

An, S., Kanderzhanova, A., Akhmetovа, A. S., Foster, F., & Chan, C. K. (2020) · Autism · doi:10.1177/1362361320923494 · Cited by 21

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for Children and Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Review

Podgórska‐Bednarz, J., & Perenc, L. (2021) · Brain Sciences · doi:10.3390/brainsci11070916 · Cited by 20

FTACMT study protocol: a multicentre, double-blind, randomised, placebo-controlled trial of faecal microbiota transplantation for autism spectrum disorder

Ye, C., Zhang, X., Jiaqu, C., Qiyi, C., Qin, H., Li, N., Du, Y., Xiaoxin, Z., Yang, R., Lu, J. B., et al. (2022) · BMJ Open · doi:10.1136/bmjopen-2021-051613 · Cited by 19

Chronic dietary changes in n-6/n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid ratios cause developmental delay and reduce social interest in mice

van Elst, K., Brouwers, J. F. H. M., Merkens, J. E., Broekhoven, M. H., Birtoli, B., Helms, J. B., & Kas, M. J. (2018) · European Neuropsychopharmacology · doi:10.1016/j.euroneuro.2018.11.1106 · Cited by 19

Complementary and Alternative Medicine in the School-Age Child With Autism

Nath, D. (2016) · Journal of Pediatric Health Care · doi:10.1016/j.pedhc.2016.12.001 · Cited by 18

Assessment of Workplace Discrimination against Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Cooper, A.-A., & Mujtaba, B. G. (2022) · SocioEconomic Challenges · doi:10.21272/sec.6(2).19-28.2022 · Cited by 18

Otizm Spektrum Bozukluğunda Tamamlayıcı ve Alternatif Tedavilerin Kullanımı

Hangül, Z., & Tufan, A. E. (2022) · Psikiyatride Guncel Yaklasimlar - Current Approaches in Psychiatry · doi:10.18863/pgy.935207 · Cited by 17

Research status and prospects of acupuncture for autism spectrum disorders

Li, X., Li, J., Lu, Q., Zhang, F., & Zhang, S. (2023) · Frontiers in Psychiatry · doi:10.3389/fpsyt.2023.942069 · Cited by 16

Benefits of medical clowning in the treatment of young children with autism spectrum disorder

Shefer, S., Attia, O. L., Rosenan, R., Wald, O. A., Ende, H., & Gabis, L. V. (2019) · European Journal of Pediatrics · doi:10.1007/s00431-019-03415-7 · Cited by 16

Art therapy for children and adolescents with autism: a systematic review

Vogel, S. W., Mullins, K. L., & Kumar, S. (2024) · International Journal of Art Therapy · doi:10.1080/17454832.2024.2343373 · Cited by 16

Available Treatments for Autism Spectrum Disorder: From Old Strategies to New Options

Dell’Osso, L., Bonelli, C., Giovannoni, F., Poli, F., Anastasio, L., Cerofolini, G., Nardi, B., Cremone, I. M., Pini, S., & Carpita, B. (2025) · Pharmaceuticals · doi:10.3390/ph18030324 · Cited by 17

Family members’ and other experts’ perceptions of music therapy with children on the autism spectrum in New Zealand: Findings from multiple case studies

Rickson, D. (2021) · The Arts in Psychotherapy · doi:10.1016/j.aip.2021.101833 · Cited by 15

Patterns of Nutritional Supplement Use in Children with Tourette Syndrome

Smith, B. L., & Ludlow, A. (2021) · Journal of Dietary Supplements · doi:10.1080/19390211.2021.1958120 · Cited by 14

Knowledge Gaps about Autism Spectrum Disorders and its Clinical Management among Child and Adolescent Health Care Workers in Uganda: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Namuli, J. D., Nakimuli‐Mpungu, E., Mwesiga, E. K., & Joyce, N. S. (2020) · PubMed · Cited by 14

The therapeutic effects of probiotics on core and associated behavioral symptoms of autism spectrum disorders: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Lee, J.-C., Chen, C.-M., Sun, C., Tsai, I., Cheng, Y., Chiu, H., Wang, M. Y., Tang, Y.-H., & Hung, K. (2024) · Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Mental Health · doi:10.1186/s13034-024-00848-3 · Cited by 16

Resources, Problems and Challenges of Autism Spectrum Disorder Diagnosis and Support System in Poland

Lenart, A., & Pasternak, J. (2021) · Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders · doi:10.1007/s10803-021-05142-1 · Cited by 15

Complementary and Alternative Treatments for Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Review for Parents and Clinicians

Zhukova, M., Talantseva, O. I., Logvinenko, T. I., Titova, O. S., & Grigorenko, E. L. (2020) · Clinical Psychology and Special Education · doi:10.17759/cpse.2020090310 · Cited by 12

Piano with a twist: A pilot study exploring the preliminary effects of a piano therapy program for children with autism spectrum disorder

Dănciulescu, T., & ZAHARIA, A. L. (2022) · The Arts in Psychotherapy · doi:10.1016/j.aip.2022.101987 · Cited by 11

A Scoping Literature Review of the Relation between Nutrition and ASD Symptoms in Children

van der Wurff, I. S. M., Oenema, A., de Ruijter, D., Vingerhoets, C., van Amelsvoort, T., Rutten, B. P. F., Mulkens, S., Köhler, S., Schols, A. M. W. J., & de Groot, R. H. M. (2022) · Nutrients · doi:10.3390/nu14071389 · Cited by 11

Complementary and Alternative Medicine for Autism – A Systematic Review

Doherty, M., Foley, K., & Schloss, J. M. (2024) · Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders · doi:10.1007/s10803-024-06449-5 · Cited by 13

The effectiveness of music therapy in improving behavioral symptoms among children with autism spectrum disorders: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Gao, X., Xu, G., Fu, N., Ben, Q., Wang, L., & Bu, X. (2025) · Frontiers in Psychiatry · doi:10.3389/fpsyt.2024.1511920 · Cited by 16

Primary care of children with autism spectrum disorder

Kilmer, M. (2020) · The Nurse Practitioner · doi:10.1097/01.npr.0000666192.02590.ed · Cited by 9

Millennium Nutrient N,N-Dimethylglycine (DMG) and its Effectiveness in Autism Spectrum Disorders

Dhanjal, D. S., Bhardwaj, S., Chopra, C., Singh, R., Patočka, J., Plucar, B., Nepovimová, E., Vališ, M., & Kuča, K. (2021) · Current Medicinal Chemistry · doi:10.2174/0929867328666211125091811 · Cited by 8

Pediatric Tuina in children with autism spectrum disorder: a study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Feng, X., Jiang, Q., Zhang, Y., Li, T., Wei, W., Yu, J., Li, W., & Li, J. (2022) · Trials · doi:10.1186/s13063-022-06030-4 · Cited by 7

Medicine Insufficient Evidence for the Efficacy of Massage as Intervention for Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Systematic Review

Ruan, H., Eungpinichpong, W., Wu, H., Shen, M., & Zhang, A. (2022) · Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine · doi:10.1155/2022/5328320 · Cited by 7

Effects of Massage on Self-regulatory Difficulties, Tactile and Oral Abnormalities, and Parenting Stress in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

Fadlalmola, H. A., Abedelwahed, H. H., Hamid, H. I. A., Ali, A. B., Algadi, H. A. A., Farg, S. J. A., Ali, N. M. A., Elbashir, A. A., Mohammed, M. H., Mohmmed, S. S., et al. (2024) · International Journal of Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork Research Education & Practice · doi:10.3822/ijtmb.v17i4.1079 · Cited by 6

Safety and effectiveness of Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation in Autism Spectrum Disorder: Results from a proof of concept study

Neurológica., C. I. D. R., Gómez-Fernández, L., Vidal-Martínez, B., Maragoto-Rizo, C., Neurológica., C. I. D. R., Chacón, L. M. M., Neurológica., C. I. D. R., Berrillo-Batista, S., Neurológica., C. I. D. R., Cuesta, H. V., et al. (2018) · Revista de Fomento Social · doi:10.31190/rmn.2018.19.3.08.20 · Cited by 5

Evidence-based support for autistic people across the lifespan: Maximizing potential, minimizing barriers, and optimizing the person-environment fitPreprint

Lai, M., Anagnostou, E. A., Wiznitzer, M., Allison, C. L., & Baron‐Cohen, S. (2018) · OSF Preprints (OSF Preprints) · doi:10.31219/osf.io/8z5rv · Cited by 6

Application of Varma Kalai (art of vital points) in autism spectrum disorder

Mudiginty, P., Balamurugen, P., Selvan, P., & Selvan, S. R. (2020) · European Journal of Integrative Medicine · doi:10.1016/j.eujim.2020.101231 · Cited by 4

Herbal Remedies for Autism

Chilambath, M., & Sundararaman, G. (2022) · Nutritional neurosciences · doi:10.1007/978-981-16-8158-5_18 · Cited by 4

LLLT applications may enhance ASD aspects related to disturbances in the gut microbiome, mitochondrial activity, and neural network function

Bamicha, V., & Salapata, Y. (2023) · Brazilian Journal of Science · doi:10.14295/bjs.v3i1.457 · Cited by 4

The effect of omega-3 fatty acid supplementation on autism spectrum disorder: A meta-analysis

Jia, S.-J., Jing, J.-Q., Yi, L., & Yang, C.-J. (2025) · Research in Autism · doi:10.1016/j.reia.2025.202642 · Cited by 4

Health-Improving and Disease-Preventing Potential of Camel Milk Against Chronic Diseases and Autism

Faris, M. E., & Ghazzawi, H. (2019) · Practice, progress, and proficiency in sustainability · doi:10.4018/978-1-7998-1604-1.ch008 · Cited by 4

Health Care Utilization for Privately and Publicly Insured Children During Autism Insurance Reform

Zhang, W., Thompson, K. L., Watson, L. R., & LaForett, D. R. (2021) · Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders · doi:10.1007/s10803-021-05370-5 · Cited by 4

Physiological and Psychological Effects of Parent-Delivered Traditional Thai Massage in Children With Autism: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial

Ruan, H., Eungpinichpong, W., Wu, H., & Aonsri, C. (2022) · JMIR Research Protocols · doi:10.2196/41839 · Cited by 4

Improvement of age-related neurocognitive disorders by Ginkgo biloba extract: neuroprotection in focus

Eckert, A., Georgescu, D., Seifritz, E., & Müller, W. E. (2026) · International Journal of Psychiatry in Clinical Practice · doi:10.1080/13651501.2026.2617217 · Cited by 3

Experiences of equine assisted therapy for females with autism spectrum disorders

Warner, K., Keville, S., Hockley, J., & Ludlow, A. (2022) · Advances in Autism · doi:10.1108/aia-10-2021-0040 · Cited by 3

Alternative therapies for children’s with autism spectrum disorder

Govindaraju, A., Preethi, L., Sabarathinam, S., & Meganathan, H. (2020) · International Journal of Contemporary Pediatrics · doi:10.18203/2349-3291.ijcp20205111 · Cited by 3

In Silico Identification of Novel HDAC2 Inhibitors for Reinstating Synaptic wiring in Autism Spectrum Disorder

Alharbi, S. A. (2024) · Advancements in Life Sciences · doi:10.62940/als.v11i2.2701 · Cited by 3

La prise en charge et le suivi du trouble du spectre de l’autisme une fois le diagnostic posé

Ip, A., Zaigenbaum, L., & Brian, J. A. (2019) · Paediatrics & Child Health · doi:10.1093/pch/pxz122 · Cited by 8

Metabolic Approaches to the Treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorders

Indika, N.-L. R., Owens, S. C., Senarathne, U. D., Grabrucker, A. M., Lam, N. S. K., Louati, K., McGuinness, G., & Frye, R. E. (2023) · Springer eBooks · doi:10.1007/978-3-031-42383-3_14 · Cited by 3

From bedside to bench and back: Translating ASD models

Drozd, H. P., Karathanasis, S. F., Molosh, A. I., Lukkes, J. L., Clapp, D. W., & Shekhar, A. (2018) · Progress in brain research · doi:10.1016/bs.pbr.2018.10.003 · Cited by 3

Soft Systems Methodology in Standardizing the Method for Applying Dolphin-Assisted Therapies in Neurodivergent Patients: Case Study of Delfiniti Mexico

Páez, A. L. C., Hidalgo, B. L. F., Matamoros, O. M., Escobar, J. J. M., & Espinosa, H. Q. (2024) · Systems · doi:10.3390/systems12080294 · Cited by 2

Aquatic Therapy and Autism: A Therapeutic Alliance

Kalra, R., Chatterjee, S., Goyal, M., & Goyal, K. (2025) · Springer eBooks · doi:10.1007/978-981-96-4162-8_7 · Cited by 2

Alternative Approaches for the Management of Autism: A Narrative Review

Shekhar, N., Tyagi, S., & Thakur, A. K. (2023) · Current Psychiatry Research and Reviews · doi:10.2174/2666082219666230106143424 · Cited by 2

Effectiveness of Fabric Weaving Therapy for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Randomized Waitlist-Controlled Trial

Prasitwut, P., Wantanakorn, P., Chuchottaworn, K., Reangkanjanaseart, S., & Chuthapisith, J. (2023) · Journal of Integrative and Complementary Medicine · doi:10.1089/jicm.2023.0027 · Cited by 2

Osteopathic manipulative treatment for autism spectrum disorder: Three case reports

Wolf, K., Widjaja, F., O’Keefe, W., Chen, Y., Breard, M., Parenteau, C. I., Keys, J., Riemer, R., & Hendren, R. L. (2023) · International journal of osteopathic medicine · doi:10.1016/j.ijosm.2023.100700 · Cited by 2

Effects of sulforaphane on ABC and SRS scales in patients with autism spectrum disorder: a meta-analysis

Guo, J., Wang, Y., He, W., Lou, M., Peng, Y., Shi, H., & Lian, A. (2025) · Brain and Development · doi:10.1016/j.braindev.2025.104321 · Cited by 2

Abilitar suonando. Dieci anni di orchestra invisibile

Fusar‐Poli, L., Brondino, N., Damiani, S., Mandrini, A., Migliardi, M., Vercesi, M., Provenzani, U., Pozzato, E., Rocchetti, M., & Politi, P. (2016) · RICERCHE DI PSICOLOGIA · doi:10.3280/rip2016-002008 · Cited by 2

Modern Technologies in Studying the Mechanisms, Diagnostics, and Treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorders (Review)

Fedotchev, A. I., Дворянинова, В. В., Velikova, S., & Zemlyanaya, A. A. (2019) · Современные технологии в медицине · doi:10.17691/stm2019.11.1.03 · Cited by 2

Recent Clinical Research on Effect of Acupuncture for Autism Spectrum Disorder

Lee, J. N., Lee, S. H., & Lee, J. Y. (2015) · The Journal of Pediatrics of Korean Medicine · doi:10.7778/jpkm.2015.29.4.119 · Cited by 2

Role of Multi-Cereal in Nutritional Strategies in Children with Autism

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