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There are numbers of autism related research can be found in Malaysia that generally focus on the ASD, learning disorder, communication aids, therapy and many more. The list of publications is provided below:
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Raja, P; Saringat, M Z; Mustapha, A; Zainal, A 226 (1), Institute of Physics Publishing, 2017, ISSN: 17578981, (cited By 0). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Agile Development, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Brain, Development Activity, Digital Representations, Diseases, Education, Instant Messaging, Learning, Mobile Applications, Verbal Communication @conference standard logo 0, author = sticky header logo 9, url = sticky header logo 8, doi = sticky header logo 7, issn = sticky header logo 6, year = sticky header logo 5, date = sticky header logo 4, journal = sticky header logo 3, volume = sticky header logo 2, number = sticky header logo 1, publisher = sticky header logo 0, abstract = end fusion sticky header wrapper 9, note = end fusion sticky header wrapper 8, keywords = end fusion sticky header wrapper 7, pubstate = end fusion sticky header wrapper 6, tppubtype = end fusion sticky header wrapper 5 } Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASC) has widely gained the common attention from the public especially autistic communities. Individuals with ASC are said to have poor verbal skills and this affects them in carrying out their daily basis which they are afraid to expose themselves to the world due to their problems. ASC is diagnosed among children ranging from ages 5-12 years old and they suffer from the abnormal functioning of the brain which in turn causes lack of development activities. Thus, studies have shown that diagrammatic approaches help children with ASC to overcome their issues and improvise their visual and verbal skills. Picture Exchange Communication System or PECS consists of a series of illustrated cards and each cards has its own illustration with a caption on it. These children will understand the cards and they can compile several other cards to form sentences. This paper presents a mobile application called the Prospect, which has been developed using the agile development model for digital representation of PECS. The application is hoped to enhance the learning process and a better yielding results. © Published under licence by IOP Publishing Ltd. |
Lau, B T; Win, K M IGI Global, 2017, ISBN: 9781522528395; 1522528385; 9781522528388, (cited By 1). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Children with Autism, Computer Aided Instruction, Interactive Learning Environment, Social Skills, Social Stories, Social Story Interventions, Special Education, Teaching, Web-Based @book end fusion sticky header wrapper 4, author = end fusion sticky header wrapper 3, url = end fusion sticky header wrapper 2, doi = end fusion sticky header wrapper 1, isbn = end fusion sticky header wrapper 0, year = fusion-row 9, date = fusion-row 8, journal = fusion-row 7, pages = fusion-row 6, publisher = fusion-row 5, abstract = fusion-row 4, note = fusion-row 3, keywords = fusion-row 2, pubstate = fusion-row 1, tppubtype = fusion-row 0 } This study developed a web-based social skills intervention system accessible via a tablet/laptop computer which combines differentiated instructions, social stories, multimedia, and animations. This creates an interactive learning environment which (1) allows children to learn social skills repeatedly and pervasively; and (2) promotes teacher/caretaker-parent collaborations to boost the ASD children's social skills acquisition as, a simple logon to the portal enables parents/ caretakers and teachers to view the media prepared by others; track and reinforce the skills a child has learnt at home/ in school, and add his/her social stories which others can view. The prototype evaluation and observation of voluntary participants from the special education school who were treated with differentiated animated social stories demonstrates that digital-based differentiated social story interventions have made the learning of social skills more interactive, appealing and effective compared to the traditional social skill tools. © 2018 IGI Global. All rights reserved. |
Shminan, A S; Adzani, R A; Sharif, S; Lee, N K 2018-January , Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2017, ISBN: 9781538607657, (cited By 1). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Behavioral Disabilities, Diseases, Drones, E-learning, Human Computer Interaction, Intervention, Mobile Based Learning, Mobile Computing, Parents, Surveys, Systems Analysis, Technology Transfer, User Interface Designs, User Interfaces @conference #main 9, author = #main 8, url = #main 7, doi = #main 6, isbn = #main 5, year = #main 4, date = #main 3, journal = #main 2, volume = #main 1, pages = #main 0, publisher = [if lt IE 9]> abstract = [if lt IE 9]> note = [if lt IE 9]> keywords = [if lt IE 9]> pubstate = [if lt IE 9]> tppubtype = [if lt IE 9]> } The aim of this study is to develop and assess a mobile-based learning concerning the Picture Exchange Communication (PECS) for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) children's caregivers. Being an inexpensive intervention, the PECS has been proposed by other parents who have practised it on their children with non-verbal and behavioral disabilities. The underlying motivator for this mobile application is to guarantee that autistic children can have a better alternative intervention through the PECS approach so that they would not rely on the therapist a great deal or go to the autism center which is often costly. This mobile application elaborates on the user requirements which include PECS introduction, the characteristics, initial preparations, strategies and the activities. Instructional System Design (ISD) functions as the methodologies that help create the mobile-based learning. The system design has five stages namely the analysis, design, development, implementation and evaluation. These stages are better known as ADDIE which ensure the user to attain the goals of the instruction for the entire process. To examine the content and the user interface design for this mobile application, a formative evaluation was conducted which was aided by the usability testing by questionnaires and short instructed interviews. With the application of the ADDIE principles and guideline of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), the best combination of causes of the AutiPECS had been developed properly. In sum, this research has achieved the objectives. The content had been assessed by the expert, and the caregivers know how to adopt D.I.Y concepts as they are working on the learning materials. Future works may also be able to take more advantage of the AutiPECS 2.0 version where they can develop the mobile-based learning of PECS in the extended content and pay more attention to more specific case studies so that the caregivers know how to use PECS with the special children everyday. © 2017 IEEE. |
Hasan, C Z C; Jailani, R; Tahir, Md N; Ilias, S The analysis of three-dimensional ground reaction forces during gait in children with autism spectrum disorders Journal Article Research in Developmental Disabilities, 66 , pp. 55-63, 2017, ISSN: 08914222, (cited By 8). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Age Distribution, Article, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Biomechanical Phenomena, Biomechanics, Body Equilibrium, Body Height, Body Mass, Body Weight, Children, Clinical Article, Controlled Study, Disease Assessment, Female, Gait, Gait Analysis, Gait Disorder, Ground Reaction Forces, Human, Imaging, Leg Length, Malaysia, Male, Neurologic Examination, Pathophysiology, Physiology, Postural Balance, Procedures, Psychology, Statistics, Three-Dimensional, Three-Dimensional Imaging, Three-Dimentional Ground Reaction Force, Walking @article[if lt IE 9]>
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issn = fusion-columns 9, year = fusion-columns 8, date = fusion-columns 7, journal = fusion-columns 6, volume = fusion-columns 5, pages = fusion-columns 4, publisher = fusion-columns 3, abstract = fusion-columns 2, note = fusion-columns 1, keywords = fusion-columns 0, pubstate = fusion-row 9, tppubtype = fusion-row 8 } Minimal information is known about the three-dimensional (3D) ground reaction forces (GRF) on the gait patterns of individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). The purpose of this study was to investigate whether the 3D GRF components differ significantly between children with ASD and the peer controls. 15 children with ASD and 25 typically developing (TD) children had participated in the study. Two force plates were used to measure the 3D GRF data during walking. Time-series parameterization techniques were employed to extract 17 discrete features from the 3D GRF waveforms. By using independent t-test and Mann-Whitney U test, significant differences (p < 0.05) between the ASD and TD groups were found for four GRF features. Children with ASD demonstrated higher maximum braking force, lower relative time to maximum braking force, and lower relative time to zero force during mid-stance. Children with ASD were also found to have reduced the second peak of vertical GRF in the terminal stance. These major findings suggest that children with ASD experience significant difficulties in supporting their body weight and endure gait instability during the stance phase. The findings of this research are useful to both clinicians and parents who wish to provide these children with appropriate treatments and rehabilitation programs. © 2017 Elsevier Ltd |
Hasan, C Z C; Jailani, R; Tahir, N M; Sahak, R Autism spectrum disorders gait identification using ground reaction forces Journal Article Telkomnika (Telecommunication Computing Electronics and Control), 15 (2), pp. 903-911, 2017, ISSN: 16936930, (cited By 3). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: @article fusion-row 7, author = fusion-row 6, url = fusion-row 5, doi = fusion-row 4, issn = fusion-row 3, year = fusion-row 2, date = fusion-row 1, journal = fusion-row 0, volume = fusion-footer-widget-area 9, number = fusion-footer-widget-area 8, pages = fusion-footer-widget-area 7, publisher = fusion-footer-widget-area 6, abstract = fusion-footer-widget-area 5, note = fusion-footer-widget-area 4, keywords = {}, pubstate = fusion-footer-widget-area 3, tppubtype = fusion-footer-widget-area 2 } Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are a permanent neurodevelopmental disorder that can be identified during the first few years of life and are currently associated with the abnormal walking pattern. Earlier identification of this pervasive disorder could provide assistance in diagnosis and establish rapid quantitative clinical judgment. This paper presents an automated approach which can be applied to identify ASD gait patterns using three-dimensional (3D) ground reaction forces (GRF). The study involved classification of gait patterns of children with ASD and typical healthy children. The GRF data were obtained using two force plates during self-determined barefoot walking. Time-series parameterization techniques were applied to the GRF waveforms to extract the important gait features. The most dominant and correct features for characterizing ASD gait were selected using statistical between-group tests and stepwise discriminant analysis (SWDA). The selected features were grouped into two groups which served as two input datasets to the k-nearest neighbor (KNN) classifier. This study demonstrates that the 3D GRF gait features selected using SWDA are reliable to be used in the identification of ASD gait using KNN classifier with 83.33% performance accuracy. © 2017 Universitas Ahmad Dahlan. |
Ilias, S; Tahir, N M; Jailani, R Development of three dimensional gait pattern in autism children - a review Conference Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2017, ISBN: 9781509011780, (cited By 0). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Abnormal Gait, Children with Autism, Clinical Decision Making, Control Systems, Decision Making, Diseases, Enzyme Kinetics, Gait Analysis, Gait Classification, Kinematics, Spatial Temporals, Temporal Spatial, Three-Dimensional, Three-Dimensional Computer Graphics, Treatment Planning @conference fusion-footer-widget-area 1, author = fusion-footer-widget-area 0, url = fusion-fusion-copyright-content 9, doi = fusion-fusion-copyright-content 8, isbn = fusion-fusion-copyright-content 7, year = fusion-fusion-copyright-content 6, date = fusion-fusion-copyright-content 5, journal = fusion-fusion-copyright-content 4, pages = fusion-fusion-copyright-content 3, publisher = fusion-fusion-copyright-content 2, abstract = fusion-fusion-copyright-content 1, note = fusion-fusion-copyright-content 0, keywords = fusion-row 9, pubstate = fusion-row 8, tppubtype = fusion-row 7 } Recently, gait patterns of children with autism is of interest in the gait community in order to identify significant gait parameter namely the three dimensional (3D) gait features such as spatial temporal, kinematic and kinetic. This is because gait pattern provides clinicians and researchers in understanding the trajectory of gait development. Understanding the characteristics and identifying gait pattern is essential in order to distinguish normal as well as abnormal gait pattern. Hence the purpose of this review is to identify deviations gait in children with autism based on criteria specifically subject character; measurement, type of gait variables measured; method of classification and major findings. Several gait variables from different instrumentation for gait analysis is reviewed too. Development of gait patterns via assessing gait deviations in children with ASD could assist clinician and researchers to differentiate gait pattern abnormality in diagnosing, clinical decision-making and treatment planning as well. © 2016 IEEE. |
Singh, Joginder S; Hussein, N H; Kamal, Mustaffa R; Hassan, F H Reflections of Malaysian parents of children with developmental disabilities on their experiences with AAC Journal Article AAC: Augmentative and Alternative Communication, 33 (2), pp. 110-120, 2017, ISSN: 07434618, (cited By 10). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Adult, Attitude to Health, Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Children, Communication Aid, Communication Aids for Disabled, Communication Disorder, Communication Disorders, Developmental Disabilities, Developmental Disorders, Disabilities, Diseases, Family, Female, Human, Human Rehabilitation Engineering, Malaysia, Male, Middle Aged, Parents, Preschool, Preschool Child, Qualitative Research @article fusion-row 6, author = fusion-row 5, url = fusion-row 4, doi = fusion-row 3, issn = fusion-row 2, year = fusion-row 1, date = fusion-row 0, journal = #footer 9, volume = #footer 8, number = #footer 7, pages = #footer 6, publisher = #footer 5, abstract = #footer 4, note = #footer 3, keywords = #footer 2, pubstate = #footer 1, tppubtype = #footer 0 } Parents play an important role in the successful implementation of AAC. Previous research has indicated that parents in different countries have varying perceptions about the use of AAC and face different challenges in its implementation. To date, there is limited information about the use of AAC by children in Malaysia or parents’ views about its use. The aim of this study was to explore Malaysian parents’ perception of AAC and their experience when supporting their children who use AAC. For this study, 12 parents of children with autism spectrum disorder and cerebral palsy were involved in semi-structured individual interviews. Qualitative content analysis was used to analyze interview data. Following analysis, three themes were identified: (a) impact of the use of AAC, (b) challenges faced, and (c) hopes and expectations. Participants reported that the use of AAC had a positive impact on their children, but that they faced challenges related to the child, the settings, and the system itself, as well as a lack of time and support. Findings from this study provide an insight for Malaysian speech therapists about the challenges faced by parents when supporting their children who use AAC, and how important it is to overcome these challenges to ensure successful implementation of AAC. © 2017 International Society for Augmentative and Alternative Communication. |
Shuib, S; Saaid, N N; Zakaria, Z; Ismail, J; Latiff, Abdul Z Duplication 17p11.2 (Potocki-Lupski syndrome) in a child with developmental delay Journal Article Malaysian Journal of Pathology, 39 (1), pp. 77-81, 2017, ISSN: 01268635, (cited By 0). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Abnormalities, Agarose, Article, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Blood Culture, Case Report, Children, Chromosome 17, Chromosome Analysis, Chromosome Disorder, Chromosome Duplication, Chromosomes, Clinical Article, Comparative Genomic Hybridization, Developmental Delay, Electrophoresis, Female, Fluorescence, Fluorescence in Situ Hybridization, Gene, Gene Identification, Genetics, Genomic DNA, Human, In Situ Hybridization, Lymphocyte Culture, Microarray Analysis, Multiple, Multiple Malformation Syndrome, Pair 17, Phenotype, Potocki Lupski Syndrome, Preschool, Preschool Child, Procedures, RAI1 Gene, Ultraviolet Spectrophotometry @article fusion-footer 9, author = fusion-footer 8, url = fusion-footer 7, issn = fusion-footer 6, year = fusion-footer 5, date = fusion-footer 4, journal = fusion-footer 3, volume = fusion-footer 2, number = fusion-footer 1, pages = fusion-footer 0, publisher = wrapper 9, abstract = wrapper 8, note = wrapper 7, keywords = wrapper 6, pubstate = wrapper 5, tppubtype = wrapper 4 } Potocki-Lupski syndrome (PTLS), also known as duplication 17p11.2 syndrome, trisomy 17p11.2 or dup(17)(p11.2p11.2) syndrome, is a developmental disorder and a rare contiguous gene syndrome affecting 1 in 20,000 live births. Among the key features of such patients are autism spectrum disorder, learning disabilities, developmental delay, attention-deficit disorder, infantile hypotonia and cardiovascular abnormalities. Previous studies using microarray identified variations in the size and extent of the duplicated region of chromosome 17p11.2. However, there are a few genes which are considered as candidates for PTLS which include RAI1, SREBF1, DRG2, LLGL1, SHMT1 and ZFP179. In this report, we investigated a case of a 3-year-old girl who has developmental delay. Her chromosome analysis showed a normal karyotype (46,XX). Analysis using array CGH (4X44 K, Agilent USA) identified an ~4.2 Mb de novo duplication in chromosome 17p11.2. The result was confirmed by fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) using probes in the critical PTLS region. This report demonstrates the importance of microarray and FISH in the diagnosis of PTLS. © 2017, Malaysian Society of Pathologists. All rights reserved. |
Ying, K T; Sah, S B M; Abdullah, M H L Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2017, ISBN: 9781509026319, (cited By 8). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Accident Prevention, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Digital Storytelling, Diseases, Education, Mobile Applications, Motor Transportation, Personalised Avatar Character, Road Safety, Roads and Streets, Safety Engineering, Social Stories, Teaching, Transportation @conference wrapper 3, author = wrapper 2, url = wrapper 1, doi = wrapper 0, isbn = #boxed-wrapper 9, year = #boxed-wrapper 8, date = #boxed-wrapper 7, journal = #boxed-wrapper 6, pages = #boxed-wrapper 5, publisher = #boxed-wrapper 4, abstract = #boxed-wrapper 3, note = #boxed-wrapper 2, keywords = #boxed-wrapper 1, pubstate = #boxed-wrapper 0, tppubtype = Instagram Feed JS 9 } Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) has become more prevalent nowadays. One of the biggest challenges in providing services for ASD kids' learning is by overcoming their behavioural skills. This paper presents a study regarding the use of a mobile application on five children affected with Autism Spectrum Disorder, assisted by a teacher in assessing their classroom behavioural skills. Social Stories and digital storytelling are both utilized in this research to support and assist each child response to the road safety awareness. The study shows that social stories and digital storytelling have the potential to promote positive attribute in children' behaviour, not only in terms of their engagement with the road safety awareness, but their interest in learning the content also increases. © 2016 IEEE. |
Kamaruzaman, M F; Noor, H M; Hanapiah, F A; Azahari, M H H Efficacy of DTT by using touchscreen learning numeracy App for children with autism Conference Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2017, ISBN: 9781509015955, (cited By 1). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Application Design, Behaviour Analysis, Cause and Effects, Children with Autism, Computer Aided Instruction, Diseases, E-learning, Education, Engineering Education, Interactive Learning, Learning, Scaffolds, Statistics, Teaching, Windows Platform @conference Instagram Feed JS 8, author = Instagram Feed JS 7, url = Instagram Feed JS 6, doi = Instagram Feed JS 5, isbn = Instagram Feed JS 4, year = Instagram Feed JS 3, date = Instagram Feed JS 2, journal = Instagram Feed JS 1, pages = Instagram Feed JS 0, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {Touchscreen assistive learning numeracy application (TaLNA) is a touchscreen learning based application design for Children with Autism. TaLNA has been developed based on the concept of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) called discrete trial training (DTT). This app will be used by teachers and instructors as a platform to facilitate children with autism on learning basic numeracy development in special schools. Thus, this study will investigate the efficacy and the effect of touchscreen assistive learning towards the children with autism. This app will run on Android and Windows platform. At an economical price range, the touchscreen assistive learning will have an immediate cause and effect response that enables the children with autism to be more independent during the scaffolds learning process. Hence it is an essence enhancement for children with autism management in and outside the classroom. This app is embedded with animated and interactive learning which has the potential to keep the children with autism motivated and engaged. It is a hope that TaLNA may inspire the instructional learning environment for children with autism, which could avail boost in early childcare education (ECCE). © 2016 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 1}, keywords = {Application Design, Behaviour Analysis, Cause and Effects, Children with Autism, Computer Aided Instruction, Diseases, E-learning, Education, Engineering Education, Interactive Learning, Learning, Scaffolds, Statistics, Teaching, Windows Platform}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } Touchscreen assistive learning numeracy application (TaLNA) is a touchscreen learning based application design for Children with Autism. TaLNA has been developed based on the concept of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) called discrete trial training (DTT). This app will be used by teachers and instructors as a platform to facilitate children with autism on learning basic numeracy development in special schools. Thus, this study will investigate the efficacy and the effect of touchscreen assistive learning towards the children with autism. This app will run on Android and Windows platform. At an economical price range, the touchscreen assistive learning will have an immediate cause and effect response that enables the children with autism to be more independent during the scaffolds learning process. Hence it is an essence enhancement for children with autism management in and outside the classroom. This app is embedded with animated and interactive learning which has the potential to keep the children with autism motivated and engaged. It is a hope that TaLNA may inspire the instructional learning environment for children with autism, which could avail boost in early childcare education (ECCE). © 2016 IEEE. |
Dzulkifli, M A; Wahdi, E V F A; Rahman, A W A Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2017, ISBN: 9781509045211, (cited By 3). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Children with Autism, Computer Aided Instruction, Computer Assisted Instruction, Diseases, E-learning, Education, Educational Strategy, Language Development, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Teaching, Vocabulary Learning, Well Intervention @conference{Dzulkifli201747, title = {A review for future research and practice in using computer assisted instruction on vocabulary learning among children with autism spectrum disorder}, author = {M A Dzulkifli and E V F A Wahdi and A W A Rahman}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85013059526&doi=10.1109%2fICT4M.2016.21&partnerID=40&md5=c78e01f1ebd8c062011d42d8853ce4fd}, doi = {10.1109/ICT4M.2016.21}, isbn = {9781509045211}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Proceedings - 6th International Conference on Information and Communication Technology for the Muslim World, ICT4M 2016}, pages = {47-52}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {A lack of educational strategies may hinder students from benefiting the most from their education. The existing public or government schools do not adequately accommodate children with special needs in terms of providing them with good syllabuses as well interventions. Instead, various forms of pervasive developmental disorders are frequently placed in special education classes without an accurate diagnosis. This is something that needs to be rectified because every disability requires different needs and attention. In children with special needs such as children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), it warrants diverse teaching methods to be used. While the use of computer assisted instructions (CAIs) in the West has been found to be effective for children with ASD, research regarding the applicability of CAIs to cater for the learning process of children with special needs in the Malaysian context is still lacking. The present paper reviews previous studies that have employed CAIs to enhance language development of children with ASD. Following this, it recommends future research that incorporates the use of CAI to improve vocabulary learning of children with ASD who are non-native English speakers. © 2016 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 3}, keywords = {Autism Spectrum Disorders, Children with Autism, Computer Aided Instruction, Computer Assisted Instruction, Diseases, E-learning, Education, Educational Strategy, Language Development, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Teaching, Vocabulary Learning, Well Intervention}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } A lack of educational strategies may hinder students from benefiting the most from their education. The existing public or government schools do not adequately accommodate children with special needs in terms of providing them with good syllabuses as well interventions. Instead, various forms of pervasive developmental disorders are frequently placed in special education classes without an accurate diagnosis. This is something that needs to be rectified because every disability requires different needs and attention. In children with special needs such as children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), it warrants diverse teaching methods to be used. While the use of computer assisted instructions (CAIs) in the West has been found to be effective for children with ASD, research regarding the applicability of CAIs to cater for the learning process of children with special needs in the Malaysian context is still lacking. The present paper reviews previous studies that have employed CAIs to enhance language development of children with ASD. Following this, it recommends future research that incorporates the use of CAI to improve vocabulary learning of children with ASD who are non-native English speakers. © 2016 IEEE. |
Ilias, K; Liaw, J H J; Cornish, K; Park, M S -A; Golden, K J Wellbeing of mothers of children with “A-U-T-I-S-M” in Malaysia: An interpretative phenomenological analysis study Journal Article Journal of Intellectual and Developmental Disability, 42 (1), pp. 74-89, 2017, ISSN: 13668250, (cited By 11). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: @article{Ilias201774, title = {Wellbeing of mothers of children with “A-U-T-I-S-M” in Malaysia: An interpretative phenomenological analysis study}, author = {K Ilias and J H J Liaw and K Cornish and M S -A Park and K J Golden}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84979067099&doi=10.3109%2f13668250.2016.1196657&partnerID=40&md5=e4fa85c5c7c854aa0484094a892c08f6}, doi = {10.3109/13668250.2016.1196657}, issn = {13668250}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Journal of Intellectual and Developmental Disability}, volume = {42}, number = {1}, pages = {74-89}, publisher = {Routledge}, abstract = {Background This qualitative study aimed to explore how mothers gave meaning to their experiences of raising a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in Malaysia. Methods Using interpretative phenomenological analysis, semistructured interviews were conducted with 8 Malaysian mothers from different ethnic backgrounds (4 Chinese, 3 Malays, and 1 Indian). Results Three themes for the mothers’ adaptation and wellbeing development were identified, including Problem realisation within the context: Learning to spell A-U-T-I-S-M in Malaysia, WE are living with autism, and Resilient overcoming: Climbing Mount Kinabalu. The mothers viewed their child’s ASD symptoms and behaviour problems (e.g., hyperactivity and sleep difficulties) as taking a toll on wellbeing. However, coping strategies, including acceptance, proactive mindset, character growth, spirituality, and parent support networks, fostered wellbeing. Conclusion Both intrapersonal and interpersonal protective processes were important. The findings suggested that Seligman’s (2011) PERMA framework may be applicable to understanding parental wellbeing. Clinical, policy, and research suggestions were discussed. © 2016 The Author(s). Published by Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group.}, note = {cited By 11}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Background This qualitative study aimed to explore how mothers gave meaning to their experiences of raising a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in Malaysia. Methods Using interpretative phenomenological analysis, semistructured interviews were conducted with 8 Malaysian mothers from different ethnic backgrounds (4 Chinese, 3 Malays, and 1 Indian). Results Three themes for the mothers’ adaptation and wellbeing development were identified, including Problem realisation within the context: Learning to spell A-U-T-I-S-M in Malaysia, WE are living with autism, and Resilient overcoming: Climbing Mount Kinabalu. The mothers viewed their child’s ASD symptoms and behaviour problems (e.g., hyperactivity and sleep difficulties) as taking a toll on wellbeing. However, coping strategies, including acceptance, proactive mindset, character growth, spirituality, and parent support networks, fostered wellbeing. Conclusion Both intrapersonal and interpersonal protective processes were important. The findings suggested that Seligman’s (2011) PERMA framework may be applicable to understanding parental wellbeing. Clinical, policy, and research suggestions were discussed. © 2016 The Author(s). Published by Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group. |
Azahari, I N N A; Ahmad, Wan W F; Hashim, A S; Jamaludin, Z User experience of autism social-aid among autistic children: AUTISM social aid application Journal Article Lecture Notes in Computer Science (including subseries Lecture Notes in Artificial Intelligence and Lecture Notes in Bioinformatics), 10645 LNCS , pp. 391-397, 2017, ISSN: 03029743, (cited By 0). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Autistic Children, Children with Autism, Developmental Disorders, Diseases, Education, Mobile Applications, Mobile Computing, Mobile Telecommunication Systems, Social Communications, Social Interactions, Teaching, User Experience @article{Azahari2017391, title = {User experience of autism social-aid among autistic children: AUTISM social aid application}, author = {I N N A Azahari and W F Wan Ahmad and A S Hashim and Z Jamaludin}, editor = {Robinson Smeaton Terutoshi Badioze Zaman Jaafar Mohamad Ali P A F T H A N Shih T.K. Velastin S.}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85035144320&doi=10.1007%2f978-3-319-70010-6_36&partnerID=40&md5=be011b83ad6f806d1c23182f1e9250a2}, doi = {10.1007/978-3-319-70010-6_36}, issn = {03029743}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Lecture Notes in Computer Science (including subseries Lecture Notes in Artificial Intelligence and Lecture Notes in Bioinformatics)}, volume = {10645 LNCS}, pages = {391-397}, publisher = {Springer Verlag}, abstract = {Autism is a developmental disability that influences a significant number of daily skills, which includes social, communication and behavioural challenges. Technology has proven as one of the prompt intermediation and efficient educational method that leads to infinite improvement especially for children. Autistic children seem to have difficulties in communication and social skills and as a result of this need their teachers and parents’ support with their social interaction. Numerous educational practices and approaches have been carried out in order to assist as well as develop these children. This paper presents the results of user experience testing of Autism Social-Aid mobile application to children with autism. The session was conducted to children with medium functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder, from two different age groups that include 5–14 years old and 14–18 years old. The children’s reactions were observed and scored by a moderator. Results have shown that majority of the children with autism are more confident and satisfied when using the application. The application does need to be improved in ways that could capture the child’s attention towards the mobile activities. © Springer International Publishing AG 2017.}, note = {cited By 0}, keywords = {Autism Spectrum Disorders, Autistic Children, Children with Autism, Developmental Disorders, Diseases, Education, Mobile Applications, Mobile Computing, Mobile Telecommunication Systems, Social Communications, Social Interactions, Teaching, User Experience}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Autism is a developmental disability that influences a significant number of daily skills, which includes social, communication and behavioural challenges. Technology has proven as one of the prompt intermediation and efficient educational method that leads to infinite improvement especially for children. Autistic children seem to have difficulties in communication and social skills and as a result of this need their teachers and parents’ support with their social interaction. Numerous educational practices and approaches have been carried out in order to assist as well as develop these children. This paper presents the results of user experience testing of Autism Social-Aid mobile application to children with autism. The session was conducted to children with medium functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder, from two different age groups that include 5–14 years old and 14–18 years old. The children’s reactions were observed and scored by a moderator. Results have shown that majority of the children with autism are more confident and satisfied when using the application. The application does need to be improved in ways that could capture the child’s attention towards the mobile activities. © Springer International Publishing AG 2017. |
Sitimin, S A; Fikry, A; Ismail, Z; Hussein, N Work-family Conflict among Working Parents of Children with Autism in Malaysia Conference 105 , Elsevier B.V., 2017, ISSN: 18770509, (cited By 2). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, Children with Autism, Diseases, Humanoid Robot, Intelligent Control, Malaysia, Robotics, Smart Sensors, Work-Family Conflict, Working Parents @conference{Sitimin2017345, title = {Work-family Conflict among Working Parents of Children with Autism in Malaysia}, author = {S A Sitimin and A Fikry and Z Ismail and N Hussein}, editor = {Yussof H.}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85016123728&doi=10.1016%2fj.procs.2017.01.232&partnerID=40&md5=96f1dbb29f30b6aadd279818134255df}, doi = {10.1016/j.procs.2017.01.232}, issn = {18770509}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Procedia Computer Science}, volume = {105}, pages = {345-352}, publisher = {Elsevier B.V.}, abstract = {This qualitative study describes the conflict between work roles and family roles, and recommendations to reduce the work-family conflict from the perspective of working parents of children with Autism in Malaysia. Data were collected personally from 12 respondents via a semi-structured interview. These working parents discussed the work-family conflict that they faced and what kind of needs that can help to overcome the conflicts, as well as if there is any support provided by their employer to reduce work-family conflict. Interview results indicate that balancing work roles and family roles at once is very challenging. It shows that these working parents need a nursery that accepts a child with Autism and support from their employer to lessen their work-family conflict. © 2017 The Authors.}, note = {cited By 2}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, Children with Autism, Diseases, Humanoid Robot, Intelligent Control, Malaysia, Robotics, Smart Sensors, Work-Family Conflict, Working Parents}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } This qualitative study describes the conflict between work roles and family roles, and recommendations to reduce the work-family conflict from the perspective of working parents of children with Autism in Malaysia. Data were collected personally from 12 respondents via a semi-structured interview. These working parents discussed the work-family conflict that they faced and what kind of needs that can help to overcome the conflicts, as well as if there is any support provided by their employer to reduce work-family conflict. Interview results indicate that balancing work roles and family roles at once is very challenging. It shows that these working parents need a nursery that accepts a child with Autism and support from their employer to lessen their work-family conflict. © 2017 The Authors. |
Hashim, R; Yussof, H Humanizing Humanoids Towards Social Inclusiveness for Children with Autism Conference 105 , Elsevier B.V., 2017, ISSN: 18770509, (cited By 1). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Assistive Technology, Autism, Children with Autism, Diseases, Human Robot Interaction, Humanoid, Hybrid Methodologies, Intelligent Control, Mental Disabilities, Patient Rehabilitation, Philosophical Aspects, Robotics, Robots, Secondary Data Analysis, Smart Sensors, Social Inclusiveness @conference{Hashim2017359, title = {Humanizing Humanoids Towards Social Inclusiveness for Children with Autism}, author = {R Hashim and H Yussof}, editor = {Yussof H.}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85016094915&doi=10.1016%2fj.procs.2017.01.234&partnerID=40&md5=5b6e1e4faeb0346832c57f23e5ba4a42}, doi = {10.1016/j.procs.2017.01.234}, issn = {18770509}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Procedia Computer Science}, volume = {105}, pages = {359-364}, publisher = {Elsevier B.V.}, abstract = {Assistive technologies in the form of humanoids have gained mileage in the area of rehabilitation, in particular, for children with various mental disabilities such as autism. The extent of the use of humanoids in augmenting these children are numerous yet, the social inclusiveness in the form of religious values, spirituality and ethics have hardly been explored. In these new and ambiguous dimensions, evidences of inclusiveness through repeated observations and interviews as well as secondary data analyses formed the hybrid methodology for this research project. The findings revealed a positive influence by humanizing humanoids in the social skill augmentation, religious and spiritual enhance of the scope. In attempting such a sensitive project, proper ethical procedures have to be in place because of the focus group. The implications of the findings are important in drafting relevant policies not just in educating the children, but to improve their quality of life, enriching the family well-being and enhance societal awareness for social inclusiveness. © 2017 The Authors.}, note = {cited By 1}, keywords = {Assistive Technology, Autism, Children with Autism, Diseases, Human Robot Interaction, Humanoid, Hybrid Methodologies, Intelligent Control, Mental Disabilities, Patient Rehabilitation, Philosophical Aspects, Robotics, Robots, Secondary Data Analysis, Smart Sensors, Social Inclusiveness}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } Assistive technologies in the form of humanoids have gained mileage in the area of rehabilitation, in particular, for children with various mental disabilities such as autism. The extent of the use of humanoids in augmenting these children are numerous yet, the social inclusiveness in the form of religious values, spirituality and ethics have hardly been explored. In these new and ambiguous dimensions, evidences of inclusiveness through repeated observations and interviews as well as secondary data analyses formed the hybrid methodology for this research project. The findings revealed a positive influence by humanizing humanoids in the social skill augmentation, religious and spiritual enhance of the scope. In attempting such a sensitive project, proper ethical procedures have to be in place because of the focus group. The implications of the findings are important in drafting relevant policies not just in educating the children, but to improve their quality of life, enriching the family well-being and enhance societal awareness for social inclusiveness. © 2017 The Authors. |
Yaakob, A D A; Ruhaiyem, N I R Measuring the variabilities in the body postures of the children for early detection of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) Journal Article Lecture Notes in Computer Science (including subseries Lecture Notes in Artificial Intelligence and Lecture Notes in Bioinformatics), 10645 LNCS , pp. 510-520, 2017, ISSN: 03029743, (cited By 0). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Arm Flapping, Asymmetry Measurements, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Body Postures, Computational Framework, Diseases, Human Action Recognition, Musculoskeletal System, Skeletal Representation, Stereotyped Behaviour @article{Yaakob2017510, title = {Measuring the variabilities in the body postures of the children for early detection of autism spectrum disorder (ASD)}, author = {A D A Yaakob and N I R Ruhaiyem}, editor = {Robinson Smeaton Terutoshi Badioze Zaman Jaafar Mohamad Ali P A F T H A N Shih T.K. Velastin S.}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85035094080&doi=10.1007%2f978-3-319-70010-6_47&partnerID=40&md5=c2eca5301a2ddf03218e9d47feedbed0}, doi = {10.1007/978-3-319-70010-6_47}, issn = {03029743}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Lecture Notes in Computer Science (including subseries Lecture Notes in Artificial Intelligence and Lecture Notes in Bioinformatics)}, volume = {10645 LNCS}, pages = {510-520}, publisher = {Springer Verlag}, abstract = {Presently, the number of children with autism appears to be growing at disturbing rate. Unfortunately, the awareness of early sign of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is still insufficiently provided to the public. Arm flapping is a good example of a stereotypical behavior of ASD early sign. Typically, a standard Repetitive Behavior Scale-Revised (RBSR) - set of questionnaire - used by clinicians for ASD diagnosis usually involved multiple and long sessions that apparently would delay and may have nonconformity. Thus, we aim to propose a computational framework to semi-automate the diagnosis process. We used human action recognition (HAR) algorithm. HAR involved in human body detection and the skeleton representation to show the arm asymmetrical in arm flapping movement which indicates the possibility of ASD signs by extracting the body pose into stickman model. The proposed framework has been tested against the video clips of children performing arm flapping behavior taken from public dataset. The outcome of this study is expected to detect early sign of ASD based on asymmetry measurement of arm flapping behavior. © Springer International Publishing AG 2017.}, note = {cited By 0}, keywords = {Arm Flapping, Asymmetry Measurements, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Body Postures, Computational Framework, Diseases, Human Action Recognition, Musculoskeletal System, Skeletal Representation, Stereotyped Behaviour}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Presently, the number of children with autism appears to be growing at disturbing rate. Unfortunately, the awareness of early sign of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is still insufficiently provided to the public. Arm flapping is a good example of a stereotypical behavior of ASD early sign. Typically, a standard Repetitive Behavior Scale-Revised (RBSR) - set of questionnaire - used by clinicians for ASD diagnosis usually involved multiple and long sessions that apparently would delay and may have nonconformity. Thus, we aim to propose a computational framework to semi-automate the diagnosis process. We used human action recognition (HAR) algorithm. HAR involved in human body detection and the skeleton representation to show the arm asymmetrical in arm flapping movement which indicates the possibility of ASD signs by extracting the body pose into stickman model. The proposed framework has been tested against the video clips of children performing arm flapping behavior taken from public dataset. The outcome of this study is expected to detect early sign of ASD based on asymmetry measurement of arm flapping behavior. © Springer International Publishing AG 2017. |
Salleh, M H K; Miskam, M A; Yussof, H; Omar, A R HRI Assessment of ASKNAO Intervention Framework via Typically Developed Child Conference 105 , Elsevier B.V., 2017, ISSN: 18770509, (cited By 1). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, ASKNAO, Autism, Diseases, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Intelligent Control, Network Function Virtualization, Rehabilitation Robotics, Robotics, Smart Sensors, Social Interactions @conference{Salleh2017333, title = {HRI Assessment of ASKNAO Intervention Framework via Typically Developed Child}, author = {M H K Salleh and M A Miskam and H Yussof and A R Omar}, editor = {Yussof H.}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85016113682&doi=10.1016%2fj.procs.2017.01.230&partnerID=40&md5=dca0fd7b8ec976ff9aefce53582a3aca}, doi = {10.1016/j.procs.2017.01.230}, issn = {18770509}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Procedia Computer Science}, volume = {105}, pages = {333-339}, publisher = {Elsevier B.V.}, abstract = {This paper discuss about mock experiment on a typically developed child. The mock experiment is based on the previous work of the experimental framework on ASKNAO intervention. This is conducted as a preparation for the main experiment and to fine-tune the framework so that undesirable elements from the framework can be avoided. A typically developed child is used rather than an autism child because the typically developed child is able to handle the stress that occurs and capable of expressing his emotions freely. The findings of the experiment shows that the several adjustment need to be made on the previous framework in order to achieve a better result for the main experiment on an autism child. © 2017 The Authors.}, note = {cited By 1}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, ASKNAO, Autism, Diseases, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Intelligent Control, Network Function Virtualization, Rehabilitation Robotics, Robotics, Smart Sensors, Social Interactions}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } This paper discuss about mock experiment on a typically developed child. The mock experiment is based on the previous work of the experimental framework on ASKNAO intervention. This is conducted as a preparation for the main experiment and to fine-tune the framework so that undesirable elements from the framework can be avoided. A typically developed child is used rather than an autism child because the typically developed child is able to handle the stress that occurs and capable of expressing his emotions freely. The findings of the experiment shows that the several adjustment need to be made on the previous framework in order to achieve a better result for the main experiment on an autism child. © 2017 The Authors. |
Hashim, R; Yussof, H; Bahrin, N L Z Religious Perceptions on Use of Humanoid for Spiritual Augmentation of Children with Autism Conference 105 , Elsevier B.V., 2017, ISSN: 18770509, (cited By 2). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Autism, Diseases, Humanoid, Intelligent Control, Islam, Religion, Robotics, Smart Sensors, Spirituality, Teaching @conference{Hashim2017353, title = {Religious Perceptions on Use of Humanoid for Spiritual Augmentation of Children with Autism}, author = {R Hashim and H Yussof and N L Z Bahrin}, editor = {Yussof H.}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85016125089&doi=10.1016%2fj.procs.2017.01.233&partnerID=40&md5=8aa41b85cc270c8bb0dd515d054df547}, doi = {10.1016/j.procs.2017.01.233}, issn = {18770509}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Procedia Computer Science}, volume = {105}, pages = {353-358}, publisher = {Elsevier B.V.}, abstract = {In the study of theology relevant to contemporary advances in science and technology, the underpinnings with regards to the religious and spiritual outcomes have to be considered. In the case of humanoids for spiritual augmentation of children with various brain impairments, the religious implications to the children and their families require adequate support prior to the sessions. Hence, this paper provides a review of a monotheistic religion, Islam, that is, the perceptions on the use of robots for spiritual augmentation of special-needs children within the context of the Islamic faith. This is important to teachers and researchers in anticipating better outcomes and in contradicting the debate on psychedelic consequences. © 2017 The Authors.}, note = {cited By 2}, keywords = {Autism, Diseases, Humanoid, Intelligent Control, Islam, Religion, Robotics, Smart Sensors, Spirituality, Teaching}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } In the study of theology relevant to contemporary advances in science and technology, the underpinnings with regards to the religious and spiritual outcomes have to be considered. In the case of humanoids for spiritual augmentation of children with various brain impairments, the religious implications to the children and their families require adequate support prior to the sessions. Hence, this paper provides a review of a monotheistic religion, Islam, that is, the perceptions on the use of robots for spiritual augmentation of special-needs children within the context of the Islamic faith. This is important to teachers and researchers in anticipating better outcomes and in contradicting the debate on psychedelic consequences. © 2017 The Authors. |
Baranovich, D L; Li, Poh L; Zhagan, M; Isa, Bin Md Z Running head: Play therapy with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) preschoolers Conference (210489), CRC Press/Balkema, 2017, ISBN: 9781138035164, (cited By 0). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: @conference{Baranovich201749, title = {Running head: Play therapy with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) preschoolers}, author = {D L Baranovich and L Poh Li and M Zhagan and Z Bin Md Isa}, editor = {Fong Peng Md Isa Rushdan C Z A R Lumban Gaol F. Hutagalung F.}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85046549861&doi=10.1201%2f9781315269184-11&partnerID=40&md5=ef72e24eeebf6e382dcf7635c9d0b42a}, doi = {10.1201/9781315269184-11}, isbn = {9781138035164}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Trends and Issues in Interdisciplinary Behavior and Social Science - Proceedings of the 5th International Congress on Interdisciplinary Behavior and Social Science, ICIBSOS 2016}, number = {210489}, pages = {49-53}, publisher = {CRC Press/Balkema}, abstract = {A child’s means to communicate and learn about his environment is through play. Often, a child’s play, which engages the imagination, is rich with symbols and metaphors. Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) lack the innate ability to engage in imaginary play. ASD children are often fixated on sensorial and repetitive play. However, they can learn to engage in pretend, imaginary, play through play therapy. Furthermore, imaginary pretend play helps improve the child’s overall brain development, language development and social skills. Floor-time play therapy draws upon many techniques to understand the inner world of the child’s self-concept and interpersonal relationship style. This paper explains the goals and techniques used in floor-time play therapy and how such goals and techniques serve to help the holistic development of ASD children. © 2017 Taylor & Francis Group.}, note = {cited By 0}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } A child’s means to communicate and learn about his environment is through play. Often, a child’s play, which engages the imagination, is rich with symbols and metaphors. Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) lack the innate ability to engage in imaginary play. ASD children are often fixated on sensorial and repetitive play. However, they can learn to engage in pretend, imaginary, play through play therapy. Furthermore, imaginary pretend play helps improve the child’s overall brain development, language development and social skills. Floor-time play therapy draws upon many techniques to understand the inner world of the child’s self-concept and interpersonal relationship style. This paper explains the goals and techniques used in floor-time play therapy and how such goals and techniques serve to help the holistic development of ASD children. © 2017 Taylor & Francis Group. |
Chan, Z H; Sudirman, R; Omar, C Autistic spectrum disorder: EEG analysis and classification Journal Article Journal of Telecommunication, Electronic and Computer Engineering, 9 (3-9), pp. 53-57, 2017, ISSN: 21801843, (cited By 1). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: @article{Chan201753, title = {Autistic spectrum disorder: EEG analysis and classification}, author = {Z H Chan and R Sudirman and C Omar}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85041732631&partnerID=40&md5=59c847111d2d28f27a09b61255712756}, issn = {21801843}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Journal of Telecommunication, Electronic and Computer Engineering}, volume = {9}, number = {3-9}, pages = {53-57}, publisher = {Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka}, abstract = {Autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) which also known as autism is a syndrome shows neurological disorder found in brain development. Autistic patients suffer from communication disorder and lack of social interaction. This study is aimed to integrate the Electroencephalogram (EEG) signal processing and classification into a graphical user interface (GUI). In this study, severity of the autistic children is classified into three stages, namely, mild, moderate and severe which determined from their sensory response. An electrical signal is obtained by attaching the electrode onto the scalp by following the rules of the system. Then, sensory response test is carried out. The targeted channels on the scalp of the subject are C3, Cz and C4. The signal obtained from these three channels processed for artefact and noise removal suing band pass filter. Features extracted from the preprocessed signal is analysed using Short Time Fourier Transform (STFT.) These extracted features will undergo multilayer perceptron neural network and genetic algorithm for the classification process. The task is performed by implementing the algorithms of signal analysis and classification in the simplest form into GUI. The pattern of the signal and the result of the autism severity are shown in the window from GUI. The GUI also allows the user to insert the profile of the patient as a record to prevent mixing of data and for reference purpose. The GUI designed has to successfully classify the sensory data to identify the level of severity of the autistic child.}, note = {cited By 1}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) which also known as autism is a syndrome shows neurological disorder found in brain development. Autistic patients suffer from communication disorder and lack of social interaction. This study is aimed to integrate the Electroencephalogram (EEG) signal processing and classification into a graphical user interface (GUI). In this study, severity of the autistic children is classified into three stages, namely, mild, moderate and severe which determined from their sensory response. An electrical signal is obtained by attaching the electrode onto the scalp by following the rules of the system. Then, sensory response test is carried out. The targeted channels on the scalp of the subject are C3, Cz and C4. The signal obtained from these three channels processed for artefact and noise removal suing band pass filter. Features extracted from the preprocessed signal is analysed using Short Time Fourier Transform (STFT.) These extracted features will undergo multilayer perceptron neural network and genetic algorithm for the classification process. The task is performed by implementing the algorithms of signal analysis and classification in the simplest form into GUI. The pattern of the signal and the result of the autism severity are shown in the window from GUI. The GUI also allows the user to insert the profile of the patient as a record to prevent mixing of data and for reference purpose. The GUI designed has to successfully classify the sensory data to identify the level of severity of the autistic child. |
Bhagat, V; Haque, M; Simbak, N B; Husain, R Emotional regulation in autism spectrum disorders: A new proposed model for regulating emotions through parent education Journal Article Journal of Global Pharma Technology, 9 (7), pp. 32-43, 2017, ISSN: 09758542, (cited By 0). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Adaptive Behavior, Amygdala, Autism, Awareness, Cognition, Comorbidity, Conceptual Framework, Cost Benefit Analysis, Education, Emotion, Emotional Disorder, Emotionality, Health Care, Health Promotion, Human, Impulsiveness, Learning, Motivation, Parent Education, Perception, Practice Guideline, Prefrontal Cortex, Prevalence, Problem Behavior, Psychoeducation, Psychological Well Being, Review, Sex Difference, Social Behaviour, Social Cognition, Social Competence, Social Learning @article{Bhagat201732, title = {Emotional regulation in autism spectrum disorders: A new proposed model for regulating emotions through parent education}, author = {V Bhagat and M Haque and N B Simbak and R Husain}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85021786235&partnerID=40&md5=ece2d7c28018f0c4526810e08e314461}, issn = {09758542}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Journal of Global Pharma Technology}, volume = {9}, number = {7}, pages = {32-43}, publisher = {Journal of Global Pharma Technology}, abstract = {Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) may affect all spheres of a child's life. One of the areas of the behavioral spectrum need to be focused is affected. Thus, the study is enthused in impaired emotional regulation (ER) affecting children with ASD. The significance of ER is related to that promoting adaptive behavior in children; indeed, disturbed ER in ASD children leads to emotional and behavioral problems. Commonly children with ASD lack adaptive ER strategies thus they react impulsively and inadequately to emotional stimuli thus it affects their psychological well-being. Though ER in ASD children is intrinsic the nurturing of these children with an understanding of ER can promote better psychological wellbeing. Thus, study objectives to examine a) the impact of ASD on their ER b) the impact of ER on the psychological wellbeing of children with ASD c) To develop awareness among these parents regarding the impact of ER on the psychological wellbeing of their ASD child. d) To propose a new model of parental education about ER and its significance on psychological wellbeing of ASD children. This study takes a base on the keenly examined past evidence on impaired ER in ASD children and its impact on the psychological wellbeing. Proposal for aiding ER through parental education has introduced. The conclusion drawn in this study is that the intervention can be more promising with educating parents regarding ER, may help their child to gain maximum from therapeutic intervention. The new proposed model of intervention extends the further scope for research in this regard. © 2009-2017, JGPT.}, note = {cited By 0}, keywords = {Adaptive Behavior, Amygdala, Autism, Awareness, Cognition, Comorbidity, Conceptual Framework, Cost Benefit Analysis, Education, Emotion, Emotional Disorder, Emotionality, Health Care, Health Promotion, Human, Impulsiveness, Learning, Motivation, Parent Education, Perception, Practice Guideline, Prefrontal Cortex, Prevalence, Problem Behavior, Psychoeducation, Psychological Well Being, Review, Sex Difference, Social Behaviour, Social Cognition, Social Competence, Social Learning}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) may affect all spheres of a child's life. One of the areas of the behavioral spectrum need to be focused is affected. Thus, the study is enthused in impaired emotional regulation (ER) affecting children with ASD. The significance of ER is related to that promoting adaptive behavior in children; indeed, disturbed ER in ASD children leads to emotional and behavioral problems. Commonly children with ASD lack adaptive ER strategies thus they react impulsively and inadequately to emotional stimuli thus it affects their psychological well-being. Though ER in ASD children is intrinsic the nurturing of these children with an understanding of ER can promote better psychological wellbeing. Thus, study objectives to examine a) the impact of ASD on their ER b) the impact of ER on the psychological wellbeing of children with ASD c) To develop awareness among these parents regarding the impact of ER on the psychological wellbeing of their ASD child. d) To propose a new model of parental education about ER and its significance on psychological wellbeing of ASD children. This study takes a base on the keenly examined past evidence on impaired ER in ASD children and its impact on the psychological wellbeing. Proposal for aiding ER through parental education has introduced. The conclusion drawn in this study is that the intervention can be more promising with educating parents regarding ER, may help their child to gain maximum from therapeutic intervention. The new proposed model of intervention extends the further scope for research in this regard. © 2009-2017, JGPT. |
Ilias, S; Tahir, N M; Jailani, R; Hasan, C Z C Linear Discriminant Analysis in Classifying Walking Gait of Autistic Children Conference Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2017, ISBN: 9781538614099, (cited By 0). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Autism, Autistic Children, Children with Autism, Discriminant Analysis, Diseases, Extraction, Feature Extraction, Gait Analysis, Gait Classification, Kinematics, Linear Discriminant Analysis, Motion Analysis System, Neural Networks, Principal Component Analysis, Three-Dimensional @conference{Ilias201767, title = {Linear Discriminant Analysis in Classifying Walking Gait of Autistic Children}, author = {S Ilias and N M Tahir and R Jailani and C Z C Hasan}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85048377850&doi=10.1109%2fEMS.2017.22&partnerID=40&md5=06de53be2b4f3976ddcc420067ab6e44}, doi = {10.1109/EMS.2017.22}, isbn = {9781538614099}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Proceedings - UKSim-AMSS 11th European Modelling Symposium on Computer Modelling and Simulation, EMS 2017}, pages = {67-72}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {The aim of this research is to investigate the effectiveness between Principal Component Analysis (PCA) and Linear Discriminant Analysis (LDA) along with neural network (NN) in classifying the gait of autistic children as compared to control group. Twelve autistic children and thirty two normal children participated in this study. Firstly the walking gait of these two groups are acquired using VICON Motion Analysis System to extract the three dimensional (3D) gait features that comprised of 21 gait features namely five features from basic temporal spatial, five features represented the kinetic parameters and twelve features from kinematic. Further, PCA and LDA are utilized as feature extraction in determining the significant features among these gait features. With NN as classifier, results showed that LDA as feature extraction outperform PCA for classification of autism versus normal children namely kinematic gait patterns attained 98.44% accuracy followed by basic temporal spatial gait features with accuracy of 87.5%. © 2017 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 0}, keywords = {Autism, Autistic Children, Children with Autism, Discriminant Analysis, Diseases, Extraction, Feature Extraction, Gait Analysis, Gait Classification, Kinematics, Linear Discriminant Analysis, Motion Analysis System, Neural Networks, Principal Component Analysis, Three-Dimensional}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } The aim of this research is to investigate the effectiveness between Principal Component Analysis (PCA) and Linear Discriminant Analysis (LDA) along with neural network (NN) in classifying the gait of autistic children as compared to control group. Twelve autistic children and thirty two normal children participated in this study. Firstly the walking gait of these two groups are acquired using VICON Motion Analysis System to extract the three dimensional (3D) gait features that comprised of 21 gait features namely five features from basic temporal spatial, five features represented the kinetic parameters and twelve features from kinematic. Further, PCA and LDA are utilized as feature extraction in determining the significant features among these gait features. With NN as classifier, results showed that LDA as feature extraction outperform PCA for classification of autism versus normal children namely kinematic gait patterns attained 98.44% accuracy followed by basic temporal spatial gait features with accuracy of 87.5%. © 2017 IEEE. |
Hashim, R; Yussof, H A Review of the Ambit of Politics in Social Robotics Conference 105 , Elsevier B.V., 2017, ISSN: 18770509, (cited By 3). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Acceptance, Autism, Children, Diseases, Economic and Social Effects, Education, Influence, Intelligent Control, Machine Design, Politics, Robotics, Robots, Smart Sensors, Social Robotics, Social Sciences @conference{Hashim2017316, title = {A Review of the Ambit of Politics in Social Robotics}, author = {R Hashim and H Yussof}, editor = {Yussof H.}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85016116583&doi=10.1016%2fj.procs.2017.01.228&partnerID=40&md5=d87a64238e7afb117359db4af16a4b52}, doi = {10.1016/j.procs.2017.01.228}, issn = {18770509}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Procedia Computer Science}, volume = {105}, pages = {316-321}, publisher = {Elsevier B.V.}, abstract = {This article reviews the range of currently held positions on the politics of social robotics for skill augmentation of children with autism and other brain disabilities. Publications from peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings were analyzed. From these articles categorizations were accorded into three emerging themes on the politics of social robotics which are, influence, acceptance and adoption. The findings indicated that the social skilling of brain-impaired children are implicated but not present in the development and design process of the robots. Instead, the human social skills were assigned to the capability and general features of the robots. The need for social robots is in tandem with societal changes and the increased demographics as well as demands from the healthcare industry. The conceptualization of brain-impaired children is plagued with stereotypical views that they are both mentally and physically handicapped, helpless, require round-the-clock care and in need of robotic assistance when humans fail. Depending on the nation status, the influence, acceptance and adoption of social robotics are indeed political and the success of science for society needs has to be re-examined and perhaps redefined in order to reap the return on investment of the robot production. © 2017 The Authors.}, note = {cited By 3}, keywords = {Acceptance, Autism, Children, Diseases, Economic and Social Effects, Education, Influence, Intelligent Control, Machine Design, Politics, Robotics, Robots, Smart Sensors, Social Robotics, Social Sciences}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } This article reviews the range of currently held positions on the politics of social robotics for skill augmentation of children with autism and other brain disabilities. Publications from peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings were analyzed. From these articles categorizations were accorded into three emerging themes on the politics of social robotics which are, influence, acceptance and adoption. The findings indicated that the social skilling of brain-impaired children are implicated but not present in the development and design process of the robots. Instead, the human social skills were assigned to the capability and general features of the robots. The need for social robots is in tandem with societal changes and the increased demographics as well as demands from the healthcare industry. The conceptualization of brain-impaired children is plagued with stereotypical views that they are both mentally and physically handicapped, helpless, require round-the-clock care and in need of robotic assistance when humans fail. Depending on the nation status, the influence, acceptance and adoption of social robotics are indeed political and the success of science for society needs has to be re-examined and perhaps redefined in order to reap the return on investment of the robot production. © 2017 The Authors. |
Hasan, C Z C; Jailani, R; Tahir, Md N Use of statistical approaches and artificial neural networks to identify gait deviations in children with autism spectrum disorder Journal Article International Journal of Biology and Biomedical Engineering, 11 , pp. 74-79, 2017, ISSN: 19984510, (cited By 1). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Article, Artificial Neural Network, Autism, Body Height, Body Mass, Children, Clinical Article, Controlled Study, Discriminant Analysis, Early Diagnosis, Female, Gait, Gait Analysis, Gait Disorder, Human, Learning, Male, Pediatrics, School Child, Statistical Analysis, Statistics, Time Series Analysis @article{Hasan201774, title = {Use of statistical approaches and artificial neural networks to identify gait deviations in children with autism spectrum disorder}, author = {C Z C Hasan and R Jailani and N Md Tahir}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85043500605&partnerID=40&md5=6f2ffe7c2f5daf9fd02d4456acb94438}, issn = {19984510}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {International Journal of Biology and Biomedical Engineering}, volume = {11}, pages = {74-79}, publisher = {North Atlantic University Union NAUN}, abstract = {Automated differentiation of ASD gait from normal gait patterns is important for early diagnosis as well as ensuring rapid quantitative clinical decision and appropriate treatment planning. This study explores the use of statistical feature selection approaches and artificial neural networks (ANN) for automated identification of gait deviations in children with ASD, on the basis of dominant gait features derived from the three-dimensional (3D) joint kinematic data. The gait data from 30 ASD children and 30 normal healthy children were measured using a state-of-the-art 3D motion analysis system during self-selected speed barefoot walking. Kinematic gait features from the sagittal, frontal and transverse joint angles waveforms at the pelvis, hip, knee, and ankle were extracted using time-series parameterization. Two statistical feature selection techniques, namely the between-group tests (independent samples t-test and Mann-Whitney U test) and the stepwise discriminant analysis (SWDA) were adopted as feature selector to select the meaningful gait features that were then used to train the ANN. The 10-fold cross-validation test results indicate that the selected gait features using SWDA technique are more reliable for ASD gait classification with 91.7% accuracy, 93.3% sensitivity, and 90.0% specificity. The findings of the current study demonstrate that kinematic gait features with the combination of SWDA feature selector and ANN classifier would serve as a potential tool for early diagnosis of gait deviations in children with ASD as well as provide support to clinicians and therapists for making objective, accurate, and rapid clinical decisions that lead to the appropriate targeted treatments. © 2017 North Atlantic University Union NAUN. All Rights Reserved.}, note = {cited By 1}, keywords = {Article, Artificial Neural Network, Autism, Body Height, Body Mass, Children, Clinical Article, Controlled Study, Discriminant Analysis, Early Diagnosis, Female, Gait, Gait Analysis, Gait Disorder, Human, Learning, Male, Pediatrics, School Child, Statistical Analysis, Statistics, Time Series Analysis}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Automated differentiation of ASD gait from normal gait patterns is important for early diagnosis as well as ensuring rapid quantitative clinical decision and appropriate treatment planning. This study explores the use of statistical feature selection approaches and artificial neural networks (ANN) for automated identification of gait deviations in children with ASD, on the basis of dominant gait features derived from the three-dimensional (3D) joint kinematic data. The gait data from 30 ASD children and 30 normal healthy children were measured using a state-of-the-art 3D motion analysis system during self-selected speed barefoot walking. Kinematic gait features from the sagittal, frontal and transverse joint angles waveforms at the pelvis, hip, knee, and ankle were extracted using time-series parameterization. Two statistical feature selection techniques, namely the between-group tests (independent samples t-test and Mann-Whitney U test) and the stepwise discriminant analysis (SWDA) were adopted as feature selector to select the meaningful gait features that were then used to train the ANN. The 10-fold cross-validation test results indicate that the selected gait features using SWDA technique are more reliable for ASD gait classification with 91.7% accuracy, 93.3% sensitivity, and 90.0% specificity. The findings of the current study demonstrate that kinematic gait features with the combination of SWDA feature selector and ANN classifier would serve as a potential tool for early diagnosis of gait deviations in children with ASD as well as provide support to clinicians and therapists for making objective, accurate, and rapid clinical decisions that lead to the appropriate targeted treatments. © 2017 North Atlantic University Union NAUN. All Rights Reserved. |
Brahim, Md S N A; Ahmad, A H; Safri, N M Case study on fine motor skills of special children when using light and sound tool Journal Article Journal of Telecommunication, Electronic and Computer Engineering, 9 (3-9), pp. 41-45, 2017, ISSN: 21801843, (cited By 0). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: @article{MdBrahim201741, title = {Case study on fine motor skills of special children when using light and sound tool}, author = {S N A Md Brahim and A H Ahmad and N M Safri}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85041715939&partnerID=40&md5=a2ef990abc6f319f238b261dcae92b57}, issn = {21801843}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Journal of Telecommunication, Electronic and Computer Engineering}, volume = {9}, number = {3-9}, pages = {41-45}, publisher = {Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka}, abstract = {Autism and D syndrome children are example of children that have motor skills disabilities as their hand do not seem to coordinate properly, in addition to observably low muscle tone. Therefore, an early intervention program is needed to improve their find motor skills. This paper proposes an integrated approach for the enhancement of children's fine motor skills and functional performance that are fundamental in daily activities. This can be achieved by inventing a tool that's designed with the implementation of sound and light for children use in fine motor activity. Henceforth, to specify the muscular performance and amplitudes of muscular activation generated during fine motor activity, surface electromyography (EMG) technique was used. The analysis was performed on two healthy children and two special needs children, each with Autism and Down syndrome, ages ranging from four to six years old. EMG activity of hand muscles, specifically flexor muscle was recorded while human subjects grasped a ball and transferred it to the tool. The results as analysed through computer software such as LabVIEW and MATLAB demonstrated that there are differences in muscular performance and amplitude of surface EMG signals between the involved children. Furthermore, a correlation between engagement and learning was found among the children during the fine motor activity using the designed tool.}, note = {cited By 0}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Autism and D syndrome children are example of children that have motor skills disabilities as their hand do not seem to coordinate properly, in addition to observably low muscle tone. Therefore, an early intervention program is needed to improve their find motor skills. This paper proposes an integrated approach for the enhancement of children's fine motor skills and functional performance that are fundamental in daily activities. This can be achieved by inventing a tool that's designed with the implementation of sound and light for children use in fine motor activity. Henceforth, to specify the muscular performance and amplitudes of muscular activation generated during fine motor activity, surface electromyography (EMG) technique was used. The analysis was performed on two healthy children and two special needs children, each with Autism and Down syndrome, ages ranging from four to six years old. EMG activity of hand muscles, specifically flexor muscle was recorded while human subjects grasped a ball and transferred it to the tool. The results as analysed through computer software such as LabVIEW and MATLAB demonstrated that there are differences in muscular performance and amplitude of surface EMG signals between the involved children. Furthermore, a correlation between engagement and learning was found among the children during the fine motor activity using the designed tool. |
Hakim, N H A; Majlis, B Y; Suzuki, H; Tsukahara, T Neuron-specific splicing Journal Article BioScience Trends, 11 (1), pp. 16-22, 2017, ISSN: 18817815, (cited By 0). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Alternative RNA Splicing, Alternative Splicing, Animals, Antibody Specificity, Biological, Biological Model, Diseases, Genetics, Human, Metabolism, Models, Nerve Cell, Neurons, Organ Specificity, RNA Splicing @article{Hakim201716, title = {Neuron-specific splicing}, author = {N H A Hakim and B Y Majlis and H Suzuki and T Tsukahara}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85014435502&doi=10.5582%2fbst.2016.01169&partnerID=40&md5=8a5044dbf3b905fc2553520a048bcd59}, doi = {10.5582/bst.2016.01169}, issn = {18817815}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {BioScience Trends}, volume = {11}, number = {1}, pages = {16-22}, publisher = {International Advancement Center for Medicine and Health Research Co., Ltd.}, abstract = {During pre-mRNA splicing events, introns are removed from the pre-mRNA, and the remaining exons are connected together to form a single continuous molecule. Alternative splicing is a common mechanism for the regulation of gene expression in eukaryotes. More than 90% of human genes are known to undergo alternative splicing. The most common type of alternative splicing is exon skipping, which is also known as cassette exon. Other known alternative splicing events include alternative 5' splice sites, alternative 3' splice sites, intron retention, and mutually exclusive exons. Alternative splicing events are controlled by regulatory proteins responsible for both positive and negative regulation. In this review, we focus on neuronal splicing regulators and discuss several notable regulators in depth. In addition, we have also included an example of splicing regulation mediated by the RBFox protein family. Lastly, as previous studies have shown that a number of splicing factors are associated with neuronal diseases such as Alzheime's disease (AD) and Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), here we consider their importance in neuronal diseases wherein the underlying mechanisms have yet to be elucidated.}, note = {cited By 0}, keywords = {Alternative RNA Splicing, Alternative Splicing, Animals, Antibody Specificity, Biological, Biological Model, Diseases, Genetics, Human, Metabolism, Models, Nerve Cell, Neurons, Organ Specificity, RNA Splicing}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } During pre-mRNA splicing events, introns are removed from the pre-mRNA, and the remaining exons are connected together to form a single continuous molecule. Alternative splicing is a common mechanism for the regulation of gene expression in eukaryotes. More than 90% of human genes are known to undergo alternative splicing. The most common type of alternative splicing is exon skipping, which is also known as cassette exon. Other known alternative splicing events include alternative 5' splice sites, alternative 3' splice sites, intron retention, and mutually exclusive exons. Alternative splicing events are controlled by regulatory proteins responsible for both positive and negative regulation. In this review, we focus on neuronal splicing regulators and discuss several notable regulators in depth. In addition, we have also included an example of splicing regulation mediated by the RBFox protein family. Lastly, as previous studies have shown that a number of splicing factors are associated with neuronal diseases such as Alzheime's disease (AD) and Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), here we consider their importance in neuronal diseases wherein the underlying mechanisms have yet to be elucidated. |
Charara, R; Forouzanfar, M; Naghavi, M; Moradi-Lakeh, M; Afshin, A; Vos, T; Daoud, F; Wang, H; Bcheraoui, C E; Khalil, I; Hamadeh, R R; Khosravi, A; Rahimi-Movaghar, V; Khader, Y; Al-Hamad, N; Obermeyer, C M; Rafay, A; Asghar, R; Rana, S M; Shaheen, A; Abu-Rmeileh, N M E; Husseini, A; Abu-Raddad, L J; Khoja, T; Rayess, Z A A; AlBuhairan, F S; Hsairi, M; Alomari, M A; Ali, R; Roshandel, G; Terkawi, A S; Hamidi, S; Refaat, A H; Westerman, R; Kiadaliri, A A; Akanda, A S; Ali, S D; Bacha, U; Badawi, A; Bazargan-Hejazi, S; Faghmous, I A D; Fereshtehnejad, S -M; Fischer, F; Jonas, J B; Defo, B K; Mehari, A; Omer, S B; Pourmalek, F; Uthman, O A; Mokdad, A A; Maalouf, F T; Abd-Allah, F; Akseer, N; Arya, D; Borschmann, R; Brazinova, A; Brugha, T S; Catala-Lopez, F; Degenhardt, L; Ferrari, A; Haro, J M; Horino, M; Hornberger, J C; Huang, H; Kieling, C; Kim, D; Kim, Y; Knudsen, A K; Mitchell, P B; Patton, G; Sagar, R; Satpathy, M; Savuon, K; Seedat, S; Shiue, I; Skogen, J C; Stein, D J; Tabb, K M; Whiteford, H A; Yip, P; Yonemoto, N; Murray, C J L; Mokdad, A H The burden of mental disorders in the eastern mediterranean region, 1990-2013 Journal Article PLoS ONE, 12 (1), 2017, ISSN: 19326203, (cited By 30). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: 80 and Over, Adolescent, Adult, Age, Age Factors, Aged, Anxiety Disorder, Article, Attention Deficit Disorder, Autism, Bipolar Disorder, Children, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Elderly People, Female, Global Health, Groups by Age, Health Status, Highest Income Group, Human, Infant, Intellectual Impairment, Kuwait, Life Expectancy, Major Clinical Study, Male, Mediterranean Region, Mental Disease, Mental Disorders, Mental Health, Mental Health Service, Middle Aged, Middle Income Group, Mortality, Newborn, Palestine, Premature Mortality, Preschool, Preschool Child, Prevalence, Qatar, Quality Adjusted Life Year, Schizophrenia, Sex Difference, Sex Factors, Southern Europe, Time Factor, Time Factors, United Arab Emirates, Young Adult @article{Charara2017, title = {The burden of mental disorders in the eastern mediterranean region, 1990-2013}, author = {R Charara and M Forouzanfar and M Naghavi and M Moradi-Lakeh and A Afshin and T Vos and F Daoud and H Wang and C E Bcheraoui and I Khalil and R R Hamadeh and A Khosravi and V Rahimi-Movaghar and Y Khader and N Al-Hamad and C M Obermeyer and A Rafay and R Asghar and S M Rana and A Shaheen and N M E Abu-Rmeileh and A Husseini and L J Abu-Raddad and T Khoja and Z A A Rayess and F S AlBuhairan and M Hsairi and M A Alomari and R Ali and G Roshandel and A S Terkawi and S Hamidi and A H Refaat and R Westerman and A A Kiadaliri and A S Akanda and S D Ali and U Bacha and A Badawi and S Bazargan-Hejazi and I A D Faghmous and S -M Fereshtehnejad and F Fischer and J B Jonas and B K Defo and A Mehari and S B Omer and F Pourmalek and O A Uthman and A A Mokdad and F T Maalouf and F Abd-Allah and N Akseer and D Arya and R Borschmann and A Brazinova and T S Brugha and F Catala-Lopez and L Degenhardt and A Ferrari and J M Haro and M Horino and J C Hornberger and H Huang and C Kieling and D Kim and Y Kim and A K Knudsen and P B Mitchell and G Patton and R Sagar and M Satpathy and K Savuon and S Seedat and I Shiue and J C Skogen and D J Stein and K M Tabb and H A Whiteford and P Yip and N Yonemoto and C J L Murray and A H Mokdad}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85009892168&doi=10.1371%2fjournal.pone.0169575&partnerID=40&md5=471830ec1239e37c6fc4681bed5698f6}, doi = {10.1371/journal.pone.0169575}, issn = {19326203}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {PLoS ONE}, volume = {12}, number = {1}, publisher = {Public Library of Science}, abstract = {The Eastern Mediterranean Region (EMR) is witnessing an increase in chronic disorders, including mental illness. With ongoing unrest, this is expected to rise. This is the first study to quantify the burden of mental disorders in the EMR. We used data from the Global Burden of Disease study (GBD) 2013. DALYs (disability-adjusted life years) allow assessment of both premature mortality (years of life lost-YLLs) and nonfatal outcomes (years lived with disability-YLDs). DALYs are computed by adding YLLs and YLDs for each age-sex-country group. In 2013, mental disorders contributed to 5.6% of the total disease burden in the EMR (1894 DALYS/100,000 population): 2519 DALYS/100,000 (2590/100,000 males, 2426/100,000 females) in high-income countries, 1884 DALYS/100,000 (1618/100,000 males, 2157/100,000 females) in middle-income countries, 1607 DALYS/100,000 (1500/100,000 males, 1717/100,000 females) in low-income countries. Females had a greater proportion of burden due to mental disorders than did males of equivalent ages, except for those under 15 years of age. The highest proportion of DALYs occurred in the 25-49 age group, with a peak in the 35-39 years age group (5344 DALYs/100,000). The burden of mental disorders Burden of Mental Disorders in EMR PLOS ONE in EMR increased from 1726 DALYs/100,000 in 1990 to 1912 DALYs/100,000 in 2013 (10.8% increase). Within the mental disorders group in EMR, depressive disorders accounted for most DALYs, followed by anxiety disorders. Among EMR countries, Palestine had the largest burden of mental disorders. Nearly all EMR countries had a higher mental disorder burden compared to the global level. Our findings call for EMR ministries of health to increase provision of mental health services and to address the stigma of mental illness. Moreover, our results showing the accelerating burden of mental health are alarming as the region is seeing an increased level of instability. Indeed, mental health problems, if not properly addressed, will lead to an increased burden of diseases in the region. © 2017 Charara et al. This is an open access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited.}, note = {cited By 30}, keywords = {80 and Over, Adolescent, Adult, Age, Age Factors, Aged, Anxiety Disorder, Article, Attention Deficit Disorder, Autism, Bipolar Disorder, Children, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Elderly People, Female, Global Health, Groups by Age, Health Status, Highest Income Group, Human, Infant, Intellectual Impairment, Kuwait, Life Expectancy, Major Clinical Study, Male, Mediterranean Region, Mental Disease, Mental Disorders, Mental Health, Mental Health Service, Middle Aged, Middle Income Group, Mortality, Newborn, Palestine, Premature Mortality, Preschool, Preschool Child, Prevalence, Qatar, Quality Adjusted Life Year, Schizophrenia, Sex Difference, Sex Factors, Southern Europe, Time Factor, Time Factors, United Arab Emirates, Young Adult}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The Eastern Mediterranean Region (EMR) is witnessing an increase in chronic disorders, including mental illness. With ongoing unrest, this is expected to rise. This is the first study to quantify the burden of mental disorders in the EMR. We used data from the Global Burden of Disease study (GBD) 2013. DALYs (disability-adjusted life years) allow assessment of both premature mortality (years of life lost-YLLs) and nonfatal outcomes (years lived with disability-YLDs). DALYs are computed by adding YLLs and YLDs for each age-sex-country group. In 2013, mental disorders contributed to 5.6% of the total disease burden in the EMR (1894 DALYS/100,000 population): 2519 DALYS/100,000 (2590/100,000 males, 2426/100,000 females) in high-income countries, 1884 DALYS/100,000 (1618/100,000 males, 2157/100,000 females) in middle-income countries, 1607 DALYS/100,000 (1500/100,000 males, 1717/100,000 females) in low-income countries. Females had a greater proportion of burden due to mental disorders than did males of equivalent ages, except for those under 15 years of age. The highest proportion of DALYs occurred in the 25-49 age group, with a peak in the 35-39 years age group (5344 DALYs/100,000). The burden of mental disorders Burden of Mental Disorders in EMR PLOS ONE in EMR increased from 1726 DALYs/100,000 in 1990 to 1912 DALYs/100,000 in 2013 (10.8% increase). Within the mental disorders group in EMR, depressive disorders accounted for most DALYs, followed by anxiety disorders. Among EMR countries, Palestine had the largest burden of mental disorders. Nearly all EMR countries had a higher mental disorder burden compared to the global level. Our findings call for EMR ministries of health to increase provision of mental health services and to address the stigma of mental illness. Moreover, our results showing the accelerating burden of mental health are alarming as the region is seeing an increased level of instability. Indeed, mental health problems, if not properly addressed, will lead to an increased burden of diseases in the region. © 2017 Charara et al. This is an open access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited. |
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Fikry, Amily; Hassan, Hamizah Characteristics of Autism Center in Malaysia Journal Article ENVIRONMENT-BEHAVIOUR PROCEEDINGS JOURNAL, 1 (4), pp. 75-82, 2016, ISSN: 2398-4287, (7th Asia Pacific International Conference on Environment-Behaviour Studies, SCOTLAND, JUL 27-30, 2016). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Autism, Center, Characteristic, Malaysia @article{ISI:000454287400009, title = {Characteristics of Autism Center in Malaysia}, author = {Amily Fikry and Hamizah Hassan}, url = {https://ebpj.e-iph.co.uk/index.php/EBProceedings/article/view/173}, doi = {10.21834/e-bpj.v1i4.173}, issn = {2398-4287}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-09-01}, journal = {ENVIRONMENT-BEHAVIOUR PROCEEDINGS JOURNAL}, volume = {1}, number = {4}, pages = {75-82}, publisher = {E-IPH LTD UK}, address = {THE LEADMILL, 6 LEADMILL RD, PO BOX STUDIO 7, SHEFFIELD, S1 4SE, ENGLAND}, abstract = {Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a group of mental developmental disabilities; with one out of 625 Malaysian children has autism. The existence of center that provides varieties of treatments is crucial to reduce numerous aberrant behaviors of children with Autism. This paper aims to explore the characteristics of autism centers in Malaysia. Based on phone interviews conducted with the staff of 22 Autism centers, it was found that majority of Autism centers in Malaysia requires children to undergo a diagnostic test, offered a combination of classes and charged classes fees in the range of RM356 to RM 600 per month. (C) 2016. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA by e-International Publishing House, Ltd.}, note = {7th Asia Pacific International Conference on Environment-Behaviour Studies, SCOTLAND, JUL 27-30, 2016}, keywords = {Autism, Center, Characteristic, Malaysia}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a group of mental developmental disabilities; with one out of 625 Malaysian children has autism. The existence of center that provides varieties of treatments is crucial to reduce numerous aberrant behaviors of children with Autism. This paper aims to explore the characteristics of autism centers in Malaysia. Based on phone interviews conducted with the staff of 22 Autism centers, it was found that majority of Autism centers in Malaysia requires children to undergo a diagnostic test, offered a combination of classes and charged classes fees in the range of RM356 to RM 600 per month. (C) 2016. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA by e-International Publishing House, Ltd. |
Vetrayan, Jayachandran; Nazir, Sharif Umar Haiyuddin Mohamed; Paulraj, Smily Jesu Priya Victor Play Preference and Pretend Play Skills between Typically Developed Children and Autism Journal Article ENVIRONMENT-BEHAVIOUR PROCEEDINGS JOURNAL, 1 (3), pp. 23-30, 2016, ISSN: 2398-4287, (7th Asian Conference on Environment-Behaviour Studies, Taipei, SPAIN, APR 09-10, 2016). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Autism, Play Preferences, Pretend Play, Typically Developed Children @article{ISI:000454285300004, title = {Play Preference and Pretend Play Skills between Typically Developed Children and Autism}, author = {Jayachandran Vetrayan and Sharif Umar Haiyuddin Mohamed Nazir and Smily Jesu Priya Victor Paulraj}, doi = {10.21834/e-bpj.v1i3.345}, issn = {2398-4287}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-08-01}, journal = {ENVIRONMENT-BEHAVIOUR PROCEEDINGS JOURNAL}, volume = {1}, number = {3}, pages = {23-30}, publisher = {E-IPH LTD UK}, address = {THE LEADMILL, 6 LEADMILL RD, PO BOX STUDIO 7, SHEFFIELD, S1 4SE, ENGLAND}, abstract = {Pretend play emerged at the age of 18 months in children. The imagination of children creates new play ideas it has incorporated into their play. But Autism children find difficulty in play. Hence, this study aimed to find the different types of pretend and preference play among autistic and typical children. The total sample of 40 is divided into 20 each group respectively. Data analyzed by using Chi-Square result in the significant difference between the pretend play and play preference X-2 = 42.81 ( p=0.05 and p=0.01). Future study needs to examine with larger samples. (C) 2016. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA by e-International Publishing House, Ltd.}, note = {7th Asian Conference on Environment-Behaviour Studies, Taipei, SPAIN, APR 09-10, 2016}, keywords = {Autism, Play Preferences, Pretend Play, Typically Developed Children}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Pretend play emerged at the age of 18 months in children. The imagination of children creates new play ideas it has incorporated into their play. But Autism children find difficulty in play. Hence, this study aimed to find the different types of pretend and preference play among autistic and typical children. The total sample of 40 is divided into 20 each group respectively. Data analyzed by using Chi-Square result in the significant difference between the pretend play and play preference X-2 = 42.81 ( p=0.05 and p=0.01). Future study needs to examine with larger samples. (C) 2016. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA by e-International Publishing House, Ltd. |
Paulraj, Smily Jesupriya Victor; Salleh, Siti Nur Azalia Mohamad; Vetrayan, Jayachandran Parental Occupation in Pre and Postnatal among Autism Spectrum Disorder Journal Article ENVIRONMENT-BEHAVIOUR PROCEEDINGS JOURNAL, 1 (3), pp. 13-22, 2016, ISSN: 2398-4287, (7th Asian Conference on Environment-Behaviour Studies, Taipei, SPAIN, APR 09-10, 2016). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Parental Occupation, Postnatal, Prenatal @article{ISI:000454285300003, title = {Parental Occupation in Pre and Postnatal among Autism Spectrum Disorder}, author = {Smily Jesupriya Victor Paulraj and Siti Nur Azalia Mohamad Salleh and Jayachandran Vetrayan}, url = {https://ebpj.e-iph.co.uk/index.php/EBProceedings/article/view/344}, doi = {10.21834/e-bpj.v1i3.344}, issn = {2398-4287}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-08-01}, journal = {ENVIRONMENT-BEHAVIOUR PROCEEDINGS JOURNAL}, volume = {1}, number = {3}, pages = {13-22}, publisher = {E-IPH LTD UK}, address = {THE LEADMILL, 6 LEADMILL RD, PO BOX STUDIO 7, SHEFFIELD, S1 4SE, ENGLAND}, abstract = {This study aimed to examine the parental occupation in pre and post-natal among Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and to identify the desired factors to work. The 124 samples ages between 26 to 52 years old including 59 males and 65 females from 5 difference rehabilitation centres were recruited. A self-rated parental occupation questionnaire was used to measure. Finding shows the parent who works in the high professionals and technicals has a high risk of having ASD. The factors which contribute to the desired parents to work in that field are earning more money, knowledge development and satisfying basic needs. (C) 2016. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA by e-International Publishing House, Ltd.}, note = {7th Asian Conference on Environment-Behaviour Studies, Taipei, SPAIN, APR 09-10, 2016}, keywords = {Autism Spectrum Disorders, Parental Occupation, Postnatal, Prenatal}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } This study aimed to examine the parental occupation in pre and post-natal among Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and to identify the desired factors to work. The 124 samples ages between 26 to 52 years old including 59 males and 65 females from 5 difference rehabilitation centres were recruited. A self-rated parental occupation questionnaire was used to measure. Finding shows the parent who works in the high professionals and technicals has a high risk of having ASD. The factors which contribute to the desired parents to work in that field are earning more money, knowledge development and satisfying basic needs. (C) 2016. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA by e-International Publishing House, Ltd. |
Paulraj, Smily Jesu Priya Victor; Alwi, Noor Asyikin Bt; Vetrayan, Jayachandran Emotional Behaviour among Autism and Typically Developing Children in Malaysia Inproceedings Abbas, MY; Bajunid, AFI; Thani, SKSO (Ed.): ASEAN-TURKEY ASLI QOL2015: AICQOL2015, pp. 28-35, Assoc Malaysian Environm Behaviour Researchers ELSEVIER SCIENCE BV, SARA BURGERHARTSTRAAT 25, PO BOX 211, 1000 AE AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS, 2016, ISSN: 1877-0428, (3rd AMER International Conference on Quality of Life (AicQoL), BINUS Univ, Fac Humanities, Dept Psychol, Jakarta, INDONESIA, APR 25-27, 2015). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Autism, Emotion, Emotional Response, Quality of Life, Typical Developing Children @inproceedings{ISI:000390040900003, title = {Emotional Behaviour among Autism and Typically Developing Children in Malaysia}, author = {Smily Jesu Priya Victor Paulraj and Noor Asyikin Bt Alwi and Jayachandran Vetrayan}, editor = {MY Abbas and AFI Bajunid and SKSO Thani}, url = {https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1877042816302439}, doi = {10.1016/j.sbspro.2016.05.169}, issn = {1877-0428}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, booktitle = {ASEAN-TURKEY ASLI QOL2015: AICQOL2015}, volume = {222}, pages = {28-35}, publisher = {ELSEVIER SCIENCE BV}, address = {SARA BURGERHARTSTRAAT 25, PO BOX 211, 1000 AE AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS}, organization = {Assoc Malaysian Environm Behaviour Researchers}, series = {Procedia Social and Behavioral Sciences}, abstract = {The study was to determine the emotional response among autism and typically developing children in Malaysia. 50 autism and 50 typically developing children with age ranged 8 to 12 years old were participated in this study. The emotional response measured by Mood and Feelings Questionnaire Short (MFQS) - parent version. The descriptive data and Independent T-Test had shown that there was a significant difference in emotional response between autism and typically. The study concluded emotional response shown a difference between autism and typically developing children. Future research needs to develop the intervention on an emotional response to enhancing the quality of life among autism. (C) 2016 The Authors. Published by Elsevier Ltd.}, note = {3rd AMER International Conference on Quality of Life (AicQoL), BINUS Univ, Fac Humanities, Dept Psychol, Jakarta, INDONESIA, APR 25-27, 2015}, keywords = {Autism, Emotion, Emotional Response, Quality of Life, Typical Developing Children}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {inproceedings} } The study was to determine the emotional response among autism and typically developing children in Malaysia. 50 autism and 50 typically developing children with age ranged 8 to 12 years old were participated in this study. The emotional response measured by Mood and Feelings Questionnaire Short (MFQS) - parent version. The descriptive data and Independent T-Test had shown that there was a significant difference in emotional response between autism and typically. The study concluded emotional response shown a difference between autism and typically developing children. Future research needs to develop the intervention on an emotional response to enhancing the quality of life among autism. (C) 2016 The Authors. Published by Elsevier Ltd. |
Kamaruzaman, Muhamad Fairus; Rani, Nurdalilah Mohd; Nor, Harrinni Md; Azahari, Mustafa Halabi Haji Developing user interface design application for children with autism Inproceedings Minas, M (Ed.): FUTURE ACADEMY MULTIDISCIPLINARY CONFERENCE ICEEPSY & CPSYC & ICPSIRS & BE-CI, pp. 887-894, ELSEVIER SCIENCE BV, SARA BURGERHARTSTRAAT 25, PO BOX 211, 1000 AE AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS, 2016, ISSN: 1877-0428, (Future Academy Multidisciplinary Conference ICEEPSY / CPSYC / icPSIRS / BE-ci, Istanbul, TURKEY, OCT 13-17, 2015). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Autism, Numeracy, Touchscreen Apps, Touchscreens, User Interfaces @inproceedings{ISI:000387478700110, title = {Developing user interface design application for children with autism}, author = {Muhamad Fairus Kamaruzaman and Nurdalilah Mohd Rani and Harrinni Md Nor and Mustafa Halabi Haji Azahari}, editor = {M Minas}, url = {https://pdf.sciencedirectassets.com/277811/1-s2.0-S1877042816X00031/1-s2.0-S1877042816000471/main.pdf?X-Amz-Security-Token=IQoJb3JpZ2luX2VjEAoaCXVzLWVhc3QtMSJHMEUCIQDX%2BoHBMNbChV37L15Woytljkj14WMLIK%2FbAb5zqTi%2BwwIgaWMGTLfMjgmdJWwK%2BQNFpL7qf%2BnBVscEXbCj2Do07fsqtAMIcxADGgwwNTkwMDM1NDY4NjUiDG90ZORznV2vFrrTXiqRA74ZVolqbCUFCNTqvggpHPdk7ki3VfA4zAOLjMQczrMxhPNRX97BnjjlalHUhZpOQ9MGlOFCcE3xK%2BepptiDZxPR91%2BbXZQWWhjCtZyt3p%2FskhhKKCJJE2Wobiuw0sHfydwGowy68ODKfyBJVxw93lzRti9PxQRgGaUG2t6Ju7zq9UKwsk%2FErTCWZQrk%2BjcyFanJpy5fiFAKdjOSDSBls4Cb4o8fCkNmrb7tZVwTf1ne4Dfzn0BkdO1g23HEsYeTK0%2BUOsauUq%2F1%2F%2BW3soGiB4Q4TGiUR04lRMQVVNdjMmrInvIOtKC9RQ23JLlxNFDtESBr8MNnIy3orVlnkcggxrnMj%2FaBnKn5%2FguIQ79EwvO0C0XaBZBFWehy7TaBDnNGm3y8ibvv6ZgSZ0tyr6KIsFY%2Bk18N%2FwuFK4IMeNZ0XnY3YmRK3mxWM3Z2UEL4WqEn4Cs65aFcQOa%2B9AOFabu%2F%2BrAI7UZVZmWPdpzjCeyJMX617GbIsqx6yRYMQXl5TTMlHhAE7NLCZhuVU1bSFmCB8NLvMOfm3fYFOusBRaUFZmHZczmF%2FD%2FWjBPqSNevHuEb43BmGGPCWB5ZPK%2BRcwD7%2BrLvtok%2F732eW7rBBBjcoPjFewQZDge0yLhiMcjpC3Xm0CECVGt87J0TjtcBX1%2B%2Fc59iiVEsE%2Fj7LIAuDhyLS6UT%2B6BDtGfMyXLDfOQUa5UnSYeMKf91VgzhshKMA07QWHFhyWAIxdBlPy7IR9MFvEtHYhyBuRgMyTtLkWa6SqsQ3FEcdWC40TgGEBmOYMvq4%2FjvGMvYebL8OGGz212UKLPQ9G%2Bi4JK4I8cwt%2FYNbdleTzcbu8%2FLhHFsaPTnt3OafkdV0%2Fo9tg%3D%3D&X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&X-Amz-Date=20200603T113331Z&X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&X-Amz-Expires=300&X-Amz-Credential=ASIAQ3PHCVTYQ43DF7JC%2F20200603%2Fus-east-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&X-Amz-Signature=0eb1c8270cb2f4c5e83cf4c2ddb045a879ef46233b6d93f1da1c4319e059fbc8&hash=33f23bd0a4879171b5ded3434b520c1fd930076bd9b5bc1da176731aac571cc3&host=68042c943591013ac2b2430a89b270f6af2c76d8dfd086a07176afe7c76c2c61&pii=S1877042816000471&tid=spdf-a5ebdb4a-8fd7-4efe-8828-7a8603fba6eb&sid=233beaf1712ca3410b898ab8a955e0798a8fgxrqb&type=client}, doi = {10.1016/j.sbspro.2016.02.022}, issn = {1877-0428}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, booktitle = {FUTURE ACADEMY MULTIDISCIPLINARY CONFERENCE ICEEPSY & CPSYC & ICPSIRS & BE-CI}, volume = {217}, pages = {887-894}, publisher = {ELSEVIER SCIENCE BV}, address = {SARA BURGERHARTSTRAAT 25, PO BOX 211, 1000 AE AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS}, series = {Procedia Social and Behavioral Sciences}, abstract = {The usage of touchscreen-assistive technology in the 21st century seems very promising. There has been a rapid rise in interest regarding the use of touchscreen assistive technology as an intervention and interdisciplinary research field for children with autism. Inventing and designing a touchscreen-assistive application for children with autism is a delicate process as designing technologies for groups of individual with profiles other than one's own is always challenging where the life worlds and lived experience are far removed from the experience of typical individual. Participatory design process that has been conducted with children with autism earlier in the study has led towards the invention of touchscreen-assistive learning numeracy apps (TaLNA). The application is focusing on basic numeracy and calculation to support teaching and learning. User interface design has been used as a baseline in establishing the TaLNA apps. It is a complement from the traditional approaches such as call cards and cue cards which being applied at the touchscreen devices. The TaLNA apps is believe assist parents, teachers, and instructors to train and educate the children with autism while growing their engagement and interest in learning. It is a hope with the establishment of this application, they will be able to learn, memorize and recognize the numbers through the animated and interactive learning application. Thus, this research paper discusses the user interface design process of forming TaLNA in assisting the teaching of basic calculations to children with autism. (C) 2016 Published by Elsevier Ltd.}, note = {Future Academy Multidisciplinary Conference ICEEPSY / CPSYC / icPSIRS / BE-ci, Istanbul, TURKEY, OCT 13-17, 2015}, keywords = {Autism, Numeracy, Touchscreen Apps, Touchscreens, User Interfaces}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {inproceedings} } The usage of touchscreen-assistive technology in the 21st century seems very promising. There has been a rapid rise in interest regarding the use of touchscreen assistive technology as an intervention and interdisciplinary research field for children with autism. Inventing and designing a touchscreen-assistive application for children with autism is a delicate process as designing technologies for groups of individual with profiles other than one's own is always challenging where the life worlds and lived experience are far removed from the experience of typical individual. Participatory design process that has been conducted with children with autism earlier in the study has led towards the invention of touchscreen-assistive learning numeracy apps (TaLNA). The application is focusing on basic numeracy and calculation to support teaching and learning. User interface design has been used as a baseline in establishing the TaLNA apps. It is a complement from the traditional approaches such as call cards and cue cards which being applied at the touchscreen devices. The TaLNA apps is believe assist parents, teachers, and instructors to train and educate the children with autism while growing their engagement and interest in learning. It is a hope with the establishment of this application, they will be able to learn, memorize and recognize the numbers through the animated and interactive learning application. Thus, this research paper discusses the user interface design process of forming TaLNA in assisting the teaching of basic calculations to children with autism. (C) 2016 Published by Elsevier Ltd. |
Muty, N; Azizul, Z Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2016, ISBN: 9781509016365, (cited By 2). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Arm Flapping, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Children with Autism, Computation Theory, Computational Framework, Diseases, Human Action Recognition, Human Pose Estimations, Image Recognition, Pose Estimation, Skeletal Representation @conference{Muty2016, title = {Detecting arm flapping in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder using human pose estimation and skeletal representation algorithms}, author = {N Muty and Z Azizul}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85011297898&doi=10.1109%2fICAICTA.2016.7803118&partnerID=40&md5=e11241ced18900dbe4aab19c78c1a349}, doi = {10.1109/ICAICTA.2016.7803118}, isbn = {9781509016365}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {4th IGNITE Conference and 2016 International Conference on Advanced Informatics: Concepts, Theory and Application, ICAICTA 2016}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {Stereotypical behaviour such as arm flapping is among the prominent early signs for young children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Diagnosis of arm flapping requires clinicians to use the standard Repetitive Behaviour Scale-Revised (RBSR) which is a structured questionnaire with the caregivers to detect the arm flapping behavioural patterns or cues. This method involves clinicians in multiple long sessions, risking a delay in diagnosis and usually an expensive process. Moreover, trained clinicians may not be available in some areas. The focus of this work is to propose a development of a computational framework to automate the diagnosis process of arm flapping. Here, we show how the human action recognition (HAR) techniques, namely, the pose estimation and the skeletal representation are utilized simultaneously to segment parts of the human body (head, neck, elbows and shoulders) into stickman model. We show how the stickman model allows us to estimate arm asymmetry (during arm flapping) which indicates possible sign of autism. The framework developed has been tested against data taken from a public database and has shown a high accuracy in detecting the repetitive behavioural pattern among young children. The results show that our method can provide efficient results in clinical assessment. © 2016 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 2}, keywords = {Arm Flapping, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Children with Autism, Computation Theory, Computational Framework, Diseases, Human Action Recognition, Human Pose Estimations, Image Recognition, Pose Estimation, Skeletal Representation}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } Stereotypical behaviour such as arm flapping is among the prominent early signs for young children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Diagnosis of arm flapping requires clinicians to use the standard Repetitive Behaviour Scale-Revised (RBSR) which is a structured questionnaire with the caregivers to detect the arm flapping behavioural patterns or cues. This method involves clinicians in multiple long sessions, risking a delay in diagnosis and usually an expensive process. Moreover, trained clinicians may not be available in some areas. The focus of this work is to propose a development of a computational framework to automate the diagnosis process of arm flapping. Here, we show how the human action recognition (HAR) techniques, namely, the pose estimation and the skeletal representation are utilized simultaneously to segment parts of the human body (head, neck, elbows and shoulders) into stickman model. We show how the stickman model allows us to estimate arm asymmetry (during arm flapping) which indicates possible sign of autism. The framework developed has been tested against data taken from a public database and has shown a high accuracy in detecting the repetitive behavioural pattern among young children. The results show that our method can provide efficient results in clinical assessment. © 2016 IEEE. |
Azahari, I N N A; Ahmad, W F W; Jamaludin, Z; Hashim, A S The design of mobile social application for children with autism Conference Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2016, ISBN: 9781509051342, (cited By 3). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Children with Autism, Diseases, Education, Emotion, Heuristic Evaluation, Information Science, Interaction Skills, Learning, Mobile Applications, Mobile Computing, Social Aspect, Social Networking, Social Sciences, Social Skills, Teaching, User Interfaces @conference{Azahari2016547, title = {The design of mobile social application for children with autism}, author = {I N N A Azahari and W F W Ahmad and Z Jamaludin and A S Hashim}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85010289959&doi=10.1109%2fICCOINS.2016.7783274&partnerID=40&md5=01592bfdb74208829ff0599447ad9e42}, doi = {10.1109/ICCOINS.2016.7783274}, isbn = {9781509051342}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {2016 3rd International Conference on Computer and Information Sciences, ICCOINS 2016 - Proceedings}, pages = {547-552}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {Autism is a neural syndrome that complicates the growth of mind, producing challenging result in communicating, social interaction, and impairment in behaviour. Since there is no cure for autism, prompt interventions and effective educational exercises allow children to achieve massive improvement. During the teaching and learning process, children with autism require particular consideration and attention. Thus, with the implementation of information technology in special education, the teaching and learning process could to become more efficient. Struggle in social interaction skill is known as one of the main drawback encountered by children with autism. Therefore, a mobile social application is proposed to help the children to develop social interaction skills. Nonetheless, this paper only deliberates on the design phase mobile application development. It is developed for children with medium functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) who are learning basic interaction skills. The application's design phase implements the results from the analysis phase, which has concluded earlier. Five evaluators were involved in the heuristic evaluation, in order to enhance the user interface of the mobile social application. The outcomes from the evaluation conclude that all evaluators has agreed with all heuristics. Not to mention, beneficial recommendations were also achieved from the evaluation. The future work of this paper will be the development phase of the mobile social application. © 2016 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 3}, keywords = {Autism Spectrum Disorders, Children with Autism, Diseases, Education, Emotion, Heuristic Evaluation, Information Science, Interaction Skills, Learning, Mobile Applications, Mobile Computing, Social Aspect, Social Networking, Social Sciences, Social Skills, Teaching, User Interfaces}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } Autism is a neural syndrome that complicates the growth of mind, producing challenging result in communicating, social interaction, and impairment in behaviour. Since there is no cure for autism, prompt interventions and effective educational exercises allow children to achieve massive improvement. During the teaching and learning process, children with autism require particular consideration and attention. Thus, with the implementation of information technology in special education, the teaching and learning process could to become more efficient. Struggle in social interaction skill is known as one of the main drawback encountered by children with autism. Therefore, a mobile social application is proposed to help the children to develop social interaction skills. Nonetheless, this paper only deliberates on the design phase mobile application development. It is developed for children with medium functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) who are learning basic interaction skills. The application's design phase implements the results from the analysis phase, which has concluded earlier. Five evaluators were involved in the heuristic evaluation, in order to enhance the user interface of the mobile social application. The outcomes from the evaluation conclude that all evaluators has agreed with all heuristics. Not to mention, beneficial recommendations were also achieved from the evaluation. The future work of this paper will be the development phase of the mobile social application. © 2016 IEEE. |
Aziz, N S A; Ahmad, W F W; Hashim, A S Development phase of mobile numerical application for children with autism: Math4Autism Conference Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2016, ISBN: 9781509051342, (cited By 1). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Autism, Children with Autism, Computer Aided Instruction, Development Phase, Diseases, E-learning, Information and Communications Technology, Information Science, Learning, Life Cycle, Mobile Applications, Mobile Devices, Mobile Learning, Numerical Applications, Software Prototyping, Teaching @conference{Aziz2016542, title = {Development phase of mobile numerical application for children with autism: Math4Autism}, author = {N S A Aziz and W F W Ahmad and A S Hashim}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85010461776&doi=10.1109%2fICCOINS.2016.7783273&partnerID=40&md5=092bea803c38715887a236f5a14af3d9}, doi = {10.1109/ICCOINS.2016.7783273}, isbn = {9781509051342}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {2016 3rd International Conference on Computer and Information Sciences, ICCOINS 2016 - Proceedings}, pages = {542-546}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {The use of mobile devices in teaching and learning has intensified in this era of information and communication technology. The utilization of mobile learning application created learning beyond the boundaries of four wall of the traditional classrooms. The mobile learning application can be used everywhere at any time. This fits the restraint of the children with autism. The development lifecycle used to develop the working prototype, was adapted from ADDIE lifecycle which consists of five phases; analysis, design, development, implementation and evaluation. This paper objectively presents the development phase of the Math4Autism development lifecycle. Math4Autism is a prototype of mobile learning application developed for the children with Autism to learn basic numbers, basic shapes and sizes. This paper discusses the tools used in developing the working prototype and presents the menu hierarchy for the prototype. The working prototype was tested to ensure its functionality works and free from errors. The result shows that the working prototype is ready to be tested to the real users. © 2016 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 1}, keywords = {Autism, Children with Autism, Computer Aided Instruction, Development Phase, Diseases, E-learning, Information and Communications Technology, Information Science, Learning, Life Cycle, Mobile Applications, Mobile Devices, Mobile Learning, Numerical Applications, Software Prototyping, Teaching}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } The use of mobile devices in teaching and learning has intensified in this era of information and communication technology. The utilization of mobile learning application created learning beyond the boundaries of four wall of the traditional classrooms. The mobile learning application can be used everywhere at any time. This fits the restraint of the children with autism. The development lifecycle used to develop the working prototype, was adapted from ADDIE lifecycle which consists of five phases; analysis, design, development, implementation and evaluation. This paper objectively presents the development phase of the Math4Autism development lifecycle. Math4Autism is a prototype of mobile learning application developed for the children with Autism to learn basic numbers, basic shapes and sizes. This paper discusses the tools used in developing the working prototype and presents the menu hierarchy for the prototype. The working prototype was tested to ensure its functionality works and free from errors. The result shows that the working prototype is ready to be tested to the real users. © 2016 IEEE. |
Abdullah, M H L; Wilson, C; Brereton, M MyCalendar: Supporting families to communicate with their child on the autism spectrum Conference Association for Computing Machinery, Inc, 2016, ISBN: 9781450346184, (cited By 4). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Behaviour, Children, Communication, Diseases, Human Computer Interaction, Interactive Computer Systems, iPad Applications, MyCalendar, Photo and Video, Socialisation @conference{Abdullah2016613, title = {MyCalendar: Supporting families to communicate with their child on the autism spectrum}, author = {M H L Abdullah and C Wilson and M Brereton}, editor = {Parker C.}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85012023591&doi=10.1145%2f3010915.3011000&partnerID=40&md5=1b5c49a1a74b95fd3e456bc1ea1d9ee4}, doi = {10.1145/3010915.3011000}, isbn = {9781450346184}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {Proceedings of the 28th Australian Computer-Human Interaction Conference, OzCHI 2016}, pages = {613-617}, publisher = {Association for Computing Machinery, Inc}, abstract = {This paper presents a study in which a mobile application, 'MyCalendar', was trialled with children on the autism spectrum and their families. In previous work, we described how the MyCalendar app supported communication across both home and school settings through photos and videos of the child's activities, presented in the format of a visual calendar. These visuals supported the child to communicate and socialise and to recall activities and helped adults to better understand the child holistically. This note augments previous work on MyCalendar by focusing on interactions at home within the family. Findings revealed that routine review of activities documented in MyCalendar enabled children to participate more in family conversations, extended their time spent interacting socially, and reinforced social relationships. This gave the children on the autism spectrum greater opportunity to share and communicate within the family as well as to share their interactions at school with family members. Copyright © 2016 ACM.}, note = {cited By 4}, keywords = {Autism Spectrum Disorders, Behaviour, Children, Communication, Diseases, Human Computer Interaction, Interactive Computer Systems, iPad Applications, MyCalendar, Photo and Video, Socialisation}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } This paper presents a study in which a mobile application, 'MyCalendar', was trialled with children on the autism spectrum and their families. In previous work, we described how the MyCalendar app supported communication across both home and school settings through photos and videos of the child's activities, presented in the format of a visual calendar. These visuals supported the child to communicate and socialise and to recall activities and helped adults to better understand the child holistically. This note augments previous work on MyCalendar by focusing on interactions at home within the family. Findings revealed that routine review of activities documented in MyCalendar enabled children to participate more in family conversations, extended their time spent interacting socially, and reinforced social relationships. This gave the children on the autism spectrum greater opportunity to share and communicate within the family as well as to share their interactions at school with family members. Copyright © 2016 ACM. |
Kamaruzaman, M F; Noor, H M; Azahari, M H H Developing talna: A numeracy learning application for children with autism Journal Article Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology, 2016 (NovemberSpecialIssue), pp. 654-662, 2016, ISSN: 13036521, (cited By 2). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: @article{Kamaruzaman2016654, title = {Developing talna: A numeracy learning application for children with autism}, author = {M F Kamaruzaman and H M Noor and M H H Azahari}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85007242821&partnerID=40&md5=83dbecf6518d99b32497b2fb6614a1a6}, issn = {13036521}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology}, volume = {2016}, number = {NovemberSpecialIssue}, pages = {654-662}, publisher = {Sakarya University}, abstract = {There is a growing trend in the academic research area in designing innovative interactive technologies based interventions for children with autism. This technology could be a unique platform for facilitating and encourage the learning process environment of children with autism. This paper presents and discusses the design and development techniques of touchscreen-assistive learning numeracy application (TaLNA). The TaLNA project aims to create an environment that scaffolds the learning process development of children with autism. Series of related work are reviewed, where children with autism have been included in the design process, and series of design activity implemented in TaLNA are described. TaLNA consist of three topics section 1) learn and discover the numbers 2) tracing numbers by using dots images and 3) learn and solve the addition arithmetic problem. Embedded with multicoloured, animated and interactive learning will feasibly keep the autism children engaged. It is an aspiration that TaLNA could uplift the instructional learning environment for children with autism, which could avail boost in early childcare education (ECCE) and thus foster the quality of life for children with autism. © The Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology.}, note = {cited By 2}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } There is a growing trend in the academic research area in designing innovative interactive technologies based interventions for children with autism. This technology could be a unique platform for facilitating and encourage the learning process environment of children with autism. This paper presents and discusses the design and development techniques of touchscreen-assistive learning numeracy application (TaLNA). The TaLNA project aims to create an environment that scaffolds the learning process development of children with autism. Series of related work are reviewed, where children with autism have been included in the design process, and series of design activity implemented in TaLNA are described. TaLNA consist of three topics section 1) learn and discover the numbers 2) tracing numbers by using dots images and 3) learn and solve the addition arithmetic problem. Embedded with multicoloured, animated and interactive learning will feasibly keep the autism children engaged. It is an aspiration that TaLNA could uplift the instructional learning environment for children with autism, which could avail boost in early childcare education (ECCE) and thus foster the quality of life for children with autism. © The Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology. |
Aziz, N S A; Ahmad, W F W Proposed conceptual model of mobile numerical application for children with autism Conference Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2016, ISBN: 9781479978946, (cited By 3). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Autism, Computation Theory, Conceptual Model, Diseases, Education, Learning, Mobile Applications, Statistics, Students @conference{Aziz201699, title = {Proposed conceptual model of mobile numerical application for children with autism}, author = {N S A Aziz and W F W Ahmad}, editor = {Aziz Jaafar Arshad Rahim I A J N I B S K N A Abdullah M.N. Ariff M.I.B.M.}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84995543505&doi=10.1109%2fISMSC.2015.7594035&partnerID=40&md5=5fb8809b855fbcb1904d50c6ec0646b2}, doi = {10.1109/ISMSC.2015.7594035}, isbn = {9781479978946}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {2015 International Symposium on Mathematical Sciences and Computing Research, iSMSC 2015 - Proceedings}, pages = {99-103}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {Basic literacy and numeracy proficiency are two important skills which prepare and shape students for lifelong learning. This study focuses on numeracy skills for children with autism. It is crucial to conduct this study due to the increasing number of children with autism based on statistics data from the Malaysia Social Welfare Department. Children with autism have a neurological disorder that affects the functioning of the brain and causes problems with thinking, feeling, and language. Thus, a lot of studies have been conducted related to the social and literacy skills of the children with autism. However, numeracy skills are also important to the children and the advancement in mobile technology creates new methods to equip the children with numeracy skills. In order to develop a mobile numerical application that is able to fulfil the needs of these children, a proposed conceptual model will be constructed. The proposed conceptual model consists of learning theories, learning principles, multimedia elements together with colour psychology, number skills, language, gestures and contents. © 2015 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 3}, keywords = {Autism, Computation Theory, Conceptual Model, Diseases, Education, Learning, Mobile Applications, Statistics, Students}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } Basic literacy and numeracy proficiency are two important skills which prepare and shape students for lifelong learning. This study focuses on numeracy skills for children with autism. It is crucial to conduct this study due to the increasing number of children with autism based on statistics data from the Malaysia Social Welfare Department. Children with autism have a neurological disorder that affects the functioning of the brain and causes problems with thinking, feeling, and language. Thus, a lot of studies have been conducted related to the social and literacy skills of the children with autism. However, numeracy skills are also important to the children and the advancement in mobile technology creates new methods to equip the children with numeracy skills. In order to develop a mobile numerical application that is able to fulfil the needs of these children, a proposed conceptual model will be constructed. The proposed conceptual model consists of learning theories, learning principles, multimedia elements together with colour psychology, number skills, language, gestures and contents. © 2015 IEEE. |
Tan, M L; Ho, J J; Teh, K H Polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) for children with specific learning disorders Journal Article Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2016 (9), 2016, ISSN: 1469493X, (cited By 6). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Attention Deficit Disorder, Autism, Carnosine, Children, Diet Supplementation, Drug Effect, Gastrointestinal Symptom, Human, Learning Disorder, Meta Analysis, Outcome Assessment, Placebo, Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid, Priority Journal, Randomized Controlled Trial, Review, Systematic Review @article{Tan2016, title = {Polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) for children with specific learning disorders}, author = {M L Tan and J J Ho and K H Teh}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84988922340&doi=10.1002%2f14651858.CD009398.pub3&partnerID=40&md5=3460f403b8829b4692a0b6f795f4a2a3}, doi = {10.1002/14651858.CD009398.pub3}, issn = {1469493X}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews}, volume = {2016}, number = {9}, publisher = {John Wiley and Sons Ltd}, abstract = {Background: About 5% of school children have a specific learning disorder, defined as unexpected failure to acquire adequate abilities in reading, writing or mathematics that is not a result of reduced intellectual ability, inadequate teaching or social deprivation. Of these events, 80% are reading disorders. Polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), in particular, omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which normally are abundant in the brain and in the retina, are important for learning. Some children with specific learning disorders have been found to be deficient in these PUFAs, and it is argued that supplementation of PUFAs may help these children improve their learning abilities. Objectives: 1. To assess effects on learning outcomes of supplementation of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) for children with specific learning disorders.2. To determine whether adverse effects of supplementation of PUFAs are reported in these children. Search methods: In November 2015, we searched CENTRAL, Ovid MEDLINE, Embase, PsycINFO, 10 other databases and two trials registers. We also searched the reference lists of relevant articles. Selection criteria: Randomised controlled trials (RCTs) or quasi-RCTs comparing PUFAs with placebo or no treatment in children younger than 18 years with specific learning disabilities, as diagnosed in accordance with the fifth (or earlier) edition of theDiagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), or the 10th (or earlier) revision of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10) or equivalent criteria. We included children with coexisting developmental disorders such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or autism. Data collection and analysis: Two review authors (MLT and KHT) independently screened the titles and abstracts of articles identified by the search and eliminated all studies that did not meet the inclusion criteria. We contacted study authors to ask for missing information and clarification, when needed. We used the GRADE approach to assess the quality of evidence. Main results: Two small studies involving 116 children, mainly boys between 10 and 18 years of age, met the inclusion criteria. One study was conducted in a school setting, the other at a specialised clinic. Both studies used three months of a combination of omega-3 and omega-6 supplements as the intervention compared with placebo. Although both studies had generally low risk of bias, we judged the risk of reporting bias as unclear in one study, and as high in the other study. In addition, one of the studies was funded by industry and reported active company involvement in the study. None of the studies reported data on the primary outcomes of reading, writing, spelling and mathematics scores, as assessed by standardised tests. Evidence of low quality indicates that supplementation of PUFAs did not increase the risk of gastrointestinal disturbances (risk ratio 1.43, 95% confidence interval 0.25 to 8.15; two studies, 116 children). Investigators reported no other adverse effects. Both studies reported attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)-related behaviour outcomes. We were unable to combine the results in a meta-analysis because one study reported findings as a continuous outcome, and the other as a dichotomous outcome. No other secondary outcomes were reported. We excluded one study because it used a cointervention (carnosine), and five other studies because they did not provide a robust diagnosis of a specific learning disorder. We identified one ongoing study and found three studies awaiting classification. Authors' conclusions: Evidence is insufficient to permit any conclusions about the effect of PUFAs on the learning abilities of children with specific learning disorders. Well-designed RCTs with clearly defined populations of children with specific learning disorders who have been diagnosed by standardised diagnostic criteria are needed. © 2016 The Cochrane Collaboration.}, note = {cited By 6}, keywords = {Attention Deficit Disorder, Autism, Carnosine, Children, Diet Supplementation, Drug Effect, Gastrointestinal Symptom, Human, Learning Disorder, Meta Analysis, Outcome Assessment, Placebo, Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid, Priority Journal, Randomized Controlled Trial, Review, Systematic Review}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Background: About 5% of school children have a specific learning disorder, defined as unexpected failure to acquire adequate abilities in reading, writing or mathematics that is not a result of reduced intellectual ability, inadequate teaching or social deprivation. Of these events, 80% are reading disorders. Polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), in particular, omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which normally are abundant in the brain and in the retina, are important for learning. Some children with specific learning disorders have been found to be deficient in these PUFAs, and it is argued that supplementation of PUFAs may help these children improve their learning abilities. Objectives: 1. To assess effects on learning outcomes of supplementation of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) for children with specific learning disorders.2. To determine whether adverse effects of supplementation of PUFAs are reported in these children. Search methods: In November 2015, we searched CENTRAL, Ovid MEDLINE, Embase, PsycINFO, 10 other databases and two trials registers. We also searched the reference lists of relevant articles. Selection criteria: Randomised controlled trials (RCTs) or quasi-RCTs comparing PUFAs with placebo or no treatment in children younger than 18 years with specific learning disabilities, as diagnosed in accordance with the fifth (or earlier) edition of theDiagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), or the 10th (or earlier) revision of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10) or equivalent criteria. We included children with coexisting developmental disorders such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or autism. Data collection and analysis: Two review authors (MLT and KHT) independently screened the titles and abstracts of articles identified by the search and eliminated all studies that did not meet the inclusion criteria. We contacted study authors to ask for missing information and clarification, when needed. We used the GRADE approach to assess the quality of evidence. Main results: Two small studies involving 116 children, mainly boys between 10 and 18 years of age, met the inclusion criteria. One study was conducted in a school setting, the other at a specialised clinic. Both studies used three months of a combination of omega-3 and omega-6 supplements as the intervention compared with placebo. Although both studies had generally low risk of bias, we judged the risk of reporting bias as unclear in one study, and as high in the other study. In addition, one of the studies was funded by industry and reported active company involvement in the study. None of the studies reported data on the primary outcomes of reading, writing, spelling and mathematics scores, as assessed by standardised tests. Evidence of low quality indicates that supplementation of PUFAs did not increase the risk of gastrointestinal disturbances (risk ratio 1.43, 95% confidence interval 0.25 to 8.15; two studies, 116 children). Investigators reported no other adverse effects. Both studies reported attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)-related behaviour outcomes. We were unable to combine the results in a meta-analysis because one study reported findings as a continuous outcome, and the other as a dichotomous outcome. No other secondary outcomes were reported. We excluded one study because it used a cointervention (carnosine), and five other studies because they did not provide a robust diagnosis of a specific learning disorder. We identified one ongoing study and found three studies awaiting classification. Authors' conclusions: Evidence is insufficient to permit any conclusions about the effect of PUFAs on the learning abilities of children with specific learning disorders. Well-designed RCTs with clearly defined populations of children with specific learning disorders who have been diagnosed by standardised diagnostic criteria are needed. © 2016 The Cochrane Collaboration. |
Ilias, S; Tahir, N M; Jailani, R; Hasan, C Z C Classification of autism children gait patterns using Neural Network and Support Vector Machine Conference Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2016, ISBN: 9781509015436, (cited By 5). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Accuracy Rate, Autism, Classification (of information), Diseases, Gait Analysis, Gait Parameters, Gait Pattern, Industrial Electronics, Kinematics, Neural Networks, NN Classifiers, Sensitivity and Specificity, Support Vector Machines, Three Categories @conference{Ilias201652, title = {Classification of autism children gait patterns using Neural Network and Support Vector Machine}, author = {S Ilias and N M Tahir and R Jailani and C Z C Hasan}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84992135613&doi=10.1109%2fISCAIE.2016.7575036&partnerID=40&md5=55c6d166768ed5fa3b504a2bd3441829}, doi = {10.1109/ISCAIE.2016.7575036}, isbn = {9781509015436}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {ISCAIE 2016 - 2016 IEEE Symposium on Computer Applications and Industrial Electronics}, pages = {52-56}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {In this study, we deemed further to evaluate the performance of Neural Network (NN) and Support Vector Machine (SVM) in classifying the gait patterns between autism and normal children. Firstly, temporal spatial, kinetic and kinematic gait parameters of forty four subjects namely thirty two normal subjects and twelve autism children are acquired. Next, these three category gait parameters acted as inputs to both classifiers. Results showed that fusion of temporal spatial and kinematic contributed the highest accuracy rate for NN classifier specifically 95% whilst SVM with polynomial as kernel, 95% accuracy rate is contributed by fusion of all gait parameters as inputs to the classifier. In addition, the classifiers performance is validated by computing both value of sensitivity and specificity. With SVM using polynomial as kernel, sensitivity attained is 100% indicated that the classifier's ability to perfectly discriminate normal subjects from autism subjects whilst 85% specificity showed that SVM is able to identify autism subjects as autism based on their gait patterns at 85% rate. © 2016 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 5}, keywords = {Accuracy Rate, Autism, Classification (of information), Diseases, Gait Analysis, Gait Parameters, Gait Pattern, Industrial Electronics, Kinematics, Neural Networks, NN Classifiers, Sensitivity and Specificity, Support Vector Machines, Three Categories}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } In this study, we deemed further to evaluate the performance of Neural Network (NN) and Support Vector Machine (SVM) in classifying the gait patterns between autism and normal children. Firstly, temporal spatial, kinetic and kinematic gait parameters of forty four subjects namely thirty two normal subjects and twelve autism children are acquired. Next, these three category gait parameters acted as inputs to both classifiers. Results showed that fusion of temporal spatial and kinematic contributed the highest accuracy rate for NN classifier specifically 95% whilst SVM with polynomial as kernel, 95% accuracy rate is contributed by fusion of all gait parameters as inputs to the classifier. In addition, the classifiers performance is validated by computing both value of sensitivity and specificity. With SVM using polynomial as kernel, sensitivity attained is 100% indicated that the classifier's ability to perfectly discriminate normal subjects from autism subjects whilst 85% specificity showed that SVM is able to identify autism subjects as autism based on their gait patterns at 85% rate. © 2016 IEEE. |
Nor, M N M; Jailani, R; Tahir, N M Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2016, ISBN: 9781509015436, (cited By 4). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: ASD Children, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Diseases, Electromyography, Gases, Gastrocnemius, Human Motions, Industrial Electronics, Muscle, Tibialis Anterior, Typical Development, Walking Gait, Walking Pattern @conference{Nor2016226, title = {Analysis of EMG signals of TA and GAS muscles during walking of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) children}, author = {M N M Nor and R Jailani and N M Tahir}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84992153602&doi=10.1109%2fISCAIE.2016.7575068&partnerID=40&md5=7aaa147660a67bf4c2ddaa31f0e78717}, doi = {10.1109/ISCAIE.2016.7575068}, isbn = {9781509015436}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {ISCAIE 2016 - 2016 IEEE Symposium on Computer Applications and Industrial Electronics}, pages = {226-230}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {This paper presents an analysis of Electromyography (EMG) signals of lower limb muscles during walking among children. Total of 18 children consists of 8 Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) children and 10 Typical Development (TD) children aged between 6 to 13 years old were participated in this study. The muscles of Tibialis Anterior (TA) and Gastrocnemius (GAS) were examined and the EMG signals data were obtained using Trigno Wireless EMG System at Human Motion and Analysis Laboratory, UiTM Shah Alam. The EMG signals patterns for TA and GAS muscles will be explained and the independent t-Test will be analyzed to investigate the differences of walking gait in ASD children and TD children. The result shows that there is significant differences at Gastrocnemius (GAS) muscle between ASD and TD children during midstance where p value is equal to 0.042. From this study, the EMG signal for GAS muscle play an important role in differentiate between ASD and TD children. © 2016 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 4}, keywords = {ASD Children, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Diseases, Electromyography, Gases, Gastrocnemius, Human Motions, Industrial Electronics, Muscle, Tibialis Anterior, Typical Development, Walking Gait, Walking Pattern}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } This paper presents an analysis of Electromyography (EMG) signals of lower limb muscles during walking among children. Total of 18 children consists of 8 Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) children and 10 Typical Development (TD) children aged between 6 to 13 years old were participated in this study. The muscles of Tibialis Anterior (TA) and Gastrocnemius (GAS) were examined and the EMG signals data were obtained using Trigno Wireless EMG System at Human Motion and Analysis Laboratory, UiTM Shah Alam. The EMG signals patterns for TA and GAS muscles will be explained and the independent t-Test will be analyzed to investigate the differences of walking gait in ASD children and TD children. The result shows that there is significant differences at Gastrocnemius (GAS) muscle between ASD and TD children during midstance where p value is equal to 0.042. From this study, the EMG signal for GAS muscle play an important role in differentiate between ASD and TD children. © 2016 IEEE. |
Isa, Z M; Razak, M R A; Zhagan, M A case study of cognitive abilities among autism children at an autism center in Kuala Lumpur Book CRC Press, 2016, ISBN: 9781315388502; 9781138028388, (cited By 0). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: @book{Isa2016381, title = {A case study of cognitive abilities among autism children at an autism center in Kuala Lumpur}, author = {Z M Isa and M R A Razak and M Zhagan}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85070916446&partnerID=40&md5=83c8eef57a10b87d45e061d9904eb390}, isbn = {9781315388502; 9781138028388}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Behavior}, pages = {381-388}, publisher = {CRC Press}, abstract = {This study aimed at determining the extent of the level of general cognitive development of children with autism at an autism center in Kuala Lumpur. The study was conducted on 10 children with autism-5 boys and 5 girls. The respondents were 7-year-old children with autism. We used purposive sampling with the instrument McCarthy Scales of Children's Abilities (MSCA) to measure general cognitive ability of the child. MSCA has four scales which are verbal scale, performance scale, perception, and quantitative scale. The overall results showed that general cognitive abilities of 10 children with autism were at moderate level. Other results show that girls have cognitive ability level higher than that of boys. Overall, the verbal score scale for children with mild autism was lower than the score scales of performance, perception, and quantitative. © 2016 Taylor & Francis Group, London.}, note = {cited By 0}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {book} } This study aimed at determining the extent of the level of general cognitive development of children with autism at an autism center in Kuala Lumpur. The study was conducted on 10 children with autism-5 boys and 5 girls. The respondents were 7-year-old children with autism. We used purposive sampling with the instrument McCarthy Scales of Children's Abilities (MSCA) to measure general cognitive ability of the child. MSCA has four scales which are verbal scale, performance scale, perception, and quantitative scale. The overall results showed that general cognitive abilities of 10 children with autism were at moderate level. Other results show that girls have cognitive ability level higher than that of boys. Overall, the verbal score scale for children with mild autism was lower than the score scales of performance, perception, and quantitative. © 2016 Taylor & Francis Group, London. |
Hussain, A; Abdullah, A; Husni, H The design principles of edutainment system for autistic children with communication difficulties Conference 1761 , American Institute of Physics Inc., 2016, ISSN: 0094243X, (cited By 2). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: @conference{Hussain2016, title = {The design principles of edutainment system for autistic children with communication difficulties}, author = {A Hussain and A Abdullah and H Husni}, editor = {Hussain A Nifa F.A.A. Nawi M.N.M.}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85000716965&doi=10.1063%2f1.4960887&partnerID=40&md5=1c3530c02f9f9a41a58b4d773d7e9d57}, doi = {10.1063/1.4960887}, issn = {0094243X}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {AIP Conference Proceedings}, volume = {1761}, publisher = {American Institute of Physics Inc.}, abstract = {Approximately 50% of all individuals with Autism have difficulties in developing functional language owing to communication deterioration. Mobile devices with installed educational games help these individuals feel more comfortable and relaxed doing such activities. Although numerous mobile applications are available for individuals with Autism, they are difficult to use; particularly in terms of user-interface design. From the analysis of existing apps for autistic children, an app design principles are proposed based on interaction design (IxD), that would fulfil the users' requirements in a better manner. Five applications were involved in this analysis. The analysis identified fifteen suggestions for the design principles. These recommendations are offered by this paper towards designing and developing a prototype app for autistic children. This paper introduces an edutainment-system design principle formulated to help develop the communication skills of children with Autism-spectrum disorders. © 2016 Author(s).}, note = {cited By 2}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } Approximately 50% of all individuals with Autism have difficulties in developing functional language owing to communication deterioration. Mobile devices with installed educational games help these individuals feel more comfortable and relaxed doing such activities. Although numerous mobile applications are available for individuals with Autism, they are difficult to use; particularly in terms of user-interface design. From the analysis of existing apps for autistic children, an app design principles are proposed based on interaction design (IxD), that would fulfil the users' requirements in a better manner. Five applications were involved in this analysis. The analysis identified fifteen suggestions for the design principles. These recommendations are offered by this paper towards designing and developing a prototype app for autistic children. This paper introduces an edutainment-system design principle formulated to help develop the communication skills of children with Autism-spectrum disorders. © 2016 Author(s). |
Rani, N M; Ramli, S H; Legino, R; Azahari, M H H; Kamaruzaman, M F Comparative study on the engagement of students with autism towards learning through the use of mobile technology based visual schedule Journal Article Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology, 2016 (july), pp. 132-138, 2016, ISSN: 13036521, (cited By 3). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: @article{Rani2016132, title = {Comparative study on the engagement of students with autism towards learning through the use of mobile technology based visual schedule}, author = {N M Rani and S H Ramli and R Legino and M H H Azahari and M F Kamaruzaman}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84985916992&partnerID=40&md5=a6e6ce05889a06296284a06fa2fe7def}, issn = {13036521}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology}, volume = {2016}, number = {july}, pages = {132-138}, publisher = {Sakarya University}, abstract = {Visual schedule module has been developed by researchers in order to lessen children with autism’s reliance to adults. Children with autism have problems in self-management due to the executive dysfunction they were facing. However, conventional activity schedule consumes time and efforts to be prepared despite needing storage for the large quantity of image analogs. As computer instructions have shown positive effects in educating the children with autism, digital visual schedules seem like a good way to ease the use of visual activity schedule. Thus, this study aims to investigate the potential of digital visual schedule applications to Malaysian autistic users and will be significant in designing appropriate instructional program for the development of children with autism. A total of 20 samples participated in the field experiment to determine their motivation and engagement towards a visual activity schedule application. © The Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology.}, note = {cited By 3}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Visual schedule module has been developed by researchers in order to lessen children with autism’s reliance to adults. Children with autism have problems in self-management due to the executive dysfunction they were facing. However, conventional activity schedule consumes time and efforts to be prepared despite needing storage for the large quantity of image analogs. As computer instructions have shown positive effects in educating the children with autism, digital visual schedules seem like a good way to ease the use of visual activity schedule. Thus, this study aims to investigate the potential of digital visual schedule applications to Malaysian autistic users and will be significant in designing appropriate instructional program for the development of children with autism. A total of 20 samples participated in the field experiment to determine their motivation and engagement towards a visual activity schedule application. © The Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology. |
Kamaruzaman, M F; Nor, H M; Azahari, M H H Using touchscreen technology to support basic numeracy learning process for high functioning children with autism Journal Article Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology, 2016 (july), pp. 632-639, 2016, ISSN: 13036521, (cited By 4). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: @article{Kamaruzaman2016632, title = {Using touchscreen technology to support basic numeracy learning process for high functioning children with autism}, author = {M F Kamaruzaman and H M Nor and M H H Azahari}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84985993492&partnerID=40&md5=a87599d7990a7efaa10f960370dcc4bf}, issn = {13036521}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology}, volume = {2016}, number = {july}, pages = {632-639}, publisher = {Sakarya University}, abstract = {Touch-screen technology has gained state-of-the-art research interests as brain impairment becomes critical issues globally and locally. However, research on touch-screen assistive learning as intervention approach for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is still at its experimental level. Research showed that it is essential for children with ASD to obtain fundamental skills in order to achieve certain level of independence. In spite of gigantic enhancements in early diagnosis and interventions, most children diagnosed with ASD are implausible to live independently when they grow up. With the emergence of touch-screen technology, the researchers saw the need to conduct research on touch-screen technology based interventions with the aim of disseminating numeracy learning skill among children with ASD as basic numeracy skill is essential for them to gain self-independence when they grow up. This research also looked into the behaviour, engagement and motivation of children with ASD towards the touch-screen application. Twenty high functioning children with ASD and their respective teachers from two primary integrated schools and two from Autism centres in the Klang Valley, Selangor, Malaysia participated in this research. A basic numeracy learning application was developed that operates on touch-screen technology such as tablets, smartphones and laptops. Based on the experiment and direct observation, the children with ASD showed enthusiasm and positive attitude towards the application. Therefore, it is hoped that this basic numeracy learning application will be able to foster a better quality of life for children with ASD in the future. © The Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology.}, note = {cited By 4}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Touch-screen technology has gained state-of-the-art research interests as brain impairment becomes critical issues globally and locally. However, research on touch-screen assistive learning as intervention approach for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is still at its experimental level. Research showed that it is essential for children with ASD to obtain fundamental skills in order to achieve certain level of independence. In spite of gigantic enhancements in early diagnosis and interventions, most children diagnosed with ASD are implausible to live independently when they grow up. With the emergence of touch-screen technology, the researchers saw the need to conduct research on touch-screen technology based interventions with the aim of disseminating numeracy learning skill among children with ASD as basic numeracy skill is essential for them to gain self-independence when they grow up. This research also looked into the behaviour, engagement and motivation of children with ASD towards the touch-screen application. Twenty high functioning children with ASD and their respective teachers from two primary integrated schools and two from Autism centres in the Klang Valley, Selangor, Malaysia participated in this research. A basic numeracy learning application was developed that operates on touch-screen technology such as tablets, smartphones and laptops. Based on the experiment and direct observation, the children with ASD showed enthusiasm and positive attitude towards the application. Therefore, it is hoped that this basic numeracy learning application will be able to foster a better quality of life for children with ASD in the future. © The Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology. |
Ismail, S A B; Ghazali, P L B; Baharazi, N Z B; Amran, N A B; Salleh, F B; Omar, L B; Jaaffar, S A B S; Mamat, M B Application of integration model for recovery fund in takaful education plan Journal Article Far East Journal of Mathematical Sciences, 100 (2), pp. 301-313, 2016, ISSN: 09720871, (cited By 1). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: @article{Ismail2016301, title = {Application of integration model for recovery fund in takaful education plan}, author = {S A B Ismail and P L B Ghazali and N Z B Baharazi and N A B Amran and F B Salleh and L B Omar and S A B S Jaaffar and M B Mamat}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84978532308&doi=10.17654%2fMS100020301&partnerID=40&md5=1d7afc339d49612729fa83ff4281e13b}, doi = {10.17654/MS100020301}, issn = {09720871}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {Far East Journal of Mathematical Sciences}, volume = {100}, number = {2}, pages = {301-313}, publisher = {Pushpa Publishing House}, abstract = {The main purpose of the Takaful education plan is to provide fund for tertiary education. Currently, the Takaful education plan is offered to all children without taking much into consideration of their condition, whether they are the learning disabled children (ADHD, autism and dyslexia) or not, and there is no Takaful education plan that provides plan for the learning disabled children (LDC) specifically. LDC are different in terms of their diet and learning way due to their disability and these incur a high cost for parents in preparing suitable needs for their special children. The premium life tables for the new Takaful education plan which are based on the Wakalah model are set up using the integration model. From this model, a fund for the learning disabled children’s recovery (dietary supplement, learning and parenting skills) is set up for 3 years, together with the education fund, which will mature when the child reaches the age of 21. This new education plan is able to help the parents to minimize their cost, together with the additional benefits that they will get as they participate in this plan. © 2016 Pushpa Publishing House, Allahabad, India.}, note = {cited By 1}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The main purpose of the Takaful education plan is to provide fund for tertiary education. Currently, the Takaful education plan is offered to all children without taking much into consideration of their condition, whether they are the learning disabled children (ADHD, autism and dyslexia) or not, and there is no Takaful education plan that provides plan for the learning disabled children (LDC) specifically. LDC are different in terms of their diet and learning way due to their disability and these incur a high cost for parents in preparing suitable needs for their special children. The premium life tables for the new Takaful education plan which are based on the Wakalah model are set up using the integration model. From this model, a fund for the learning disabled children’s recovery (dietary supplement, learning and parenting skills) is set up for 3 years, together with the education fund, which will mature when the child reaches the age of 21. This new education plan is able to help the parents to minimize their cost, together with the additional benefits that they will get as they participate in this plan. © 2016 Pushpa Publishing House, Allahabad, India. |
Ooi, K L; Ong, Y S; Jacob, S A; Khan, T M A meta-synthesis on parenting a child with autism Journal Article Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment, 12 , pp. 745-762, 2016, ISSN: 11766328, (cited By 44). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Adaptation, Article, Attitude to Health, Attitude to Mental Illness, Autism, Child Care, Child Parent Relation, Childhood, Family, Family Centered Care, Health Care, Health Care Delivery, Health Education, Human, Parental Attitude, Parental Stress, Quality of Life, Social Aspect, Systematic Review, Wellbeing @article{Ooi2016745, title = {A meta-synthesis on parenting a child with autism}, author = {K L Ooi and Y S Ong and S A Jacob and T M Khan}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84962625349&doi=10.2147%2fNDT.S100634&partnerID=40&md5=48b432dc361f8f3c373ed3b481e01e4c}, doi = {10.2147/NDT.S100634}, issn = {11766328}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment}, volume = {12}, pages = {745-762}, publisher = {Dove Medical Press Ltd.}, abstract = {Background: The lifelong nature of autism in a child has deep implications on parents as they are faced with a range of challenges and emotional consequences in raising the child. The aim of this meta-synthesis was to explore the perspectives of parents in raising a child with autism in the childhood period to gain an insight of the adaptations and beliefs of parents toward autism, their family and social experiences, as well as their perceptions toward health and educational services. Methods: A systematic search of six databases (PubMed, EMBASE, PsychInfo, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, and Database of Abstracts of Reviews of Effects [DARE]) was conducted from inception up to September 30, 2014. Full-text English articles of qualitative studies describing parents’ perceptions relating to the care of children younger than 12 years of age and diagnosed with a sole disorder of autism were included. Results: A total of 50 eligible articles were appraised and analyzed, identifying four core themes encompassing all thoughts, emotions, and experiences commonly expressed by parents: 1) The Parent, 2) Impact on the Family, 3) Social Impact, and 4) Health and Educational Services. Findings revealed that parents who have a child with autism experienced multiple challenges in different aspects of care, impacting on parents’ stress and adaptation. Conclusion: Health care provision should be family centered, addressing and supporting the needs of the whole family and not just the affected child, to ensure the family’s well-being and quality of life in the face of a diagnosis of autism. © 2016 Ooi et al.}, note = {cited By 44}, keywords = {Adaptation, Article, Attitude to Health, Attitude to Mental Illness, Autism, Child Care, Child Parent Relation, Childhood, Family, Family Centered Care, Health Care, Health Care Delivery, Health Education, Human, Parental Attitude, Parental Stress, Quality of Life, Social Aspect, Systematic Review, Wellbeing}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Background: The lifelong nature of autism in a child has deep implications on parents as they are faced with a range of challenges and emotional consequences in raising the child. The aim of this meta-synthesis was to explore the perspectives of parents in raising a child with autism in the childhood period to gain an insight of the adaptations and beliefs of parents toward autism, their family and social experiences, as well as their perceptions toward health and educational services. Methods: A systematic search of six databases (PubMed, EMBASE, PsychInfo, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, and Database of Abstracts of Reviews of Effects [DARE]) was conducted from inception up to September 30, 2014. Full-text English articles of qualitative studies describing parents’ perceptions relating to the care of children younger than 12 years of age and diagnosed with a sole disorder of autism were included. Results: A total of 50 eligible articles were appraised and analyzed, identifying four core themes encompassing all thoughts, emotions, and experiences commonly expressed by parents: 1) The Parent, 2) Impact on the Family, 3) Social Impact, and 4) Health and Educational Services. Findings revealed that parents who have a child with autism experienced multiple challenges in different aspects of care, impacting on parents’ stress and adaptation. Conclusion: Health care provision should be family centered, addressing and supporting the needs of the whole family and not just the affected child, to ensure the family’s well-being and quality of life in the face of a diagnosis of autism. © 2016 Ooi et al. |
Sheppard, E; Pillai, D; Wong, G T -L; Ropar, D; Mitchell, P How Easy is it to Read the Minds of People with Autism Spectrum Disorder? Journal Article Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 46 (4), pp. 1247-1254, 2016, ISSN: 01623257, (cited By 37). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Adolescent, Adult, Article, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Decision Making, Emotion, Facial Expression, Female, Human, Male, Mental Health, Nonverbal Communication, Pathophysiology, Priority Journal, Psychology, Video Recording, Young Adult @article{Sheppard20161247, title = {How Easy is it to Read the Minds of People with Autism Spectrum Disorder?}, author = {E Sheppard and D Pillai and G T -L Wong and D Ropar and P Mitchell}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84961215349&doi=10.1007%2fs10803-015-2662-8&partnerID=40&md5=d39b6bdebe3c2f33e304eb4d4c09b6fd}, doi = {10.1007/s10803-015-2662-8}, issn = {01623257}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders}, volume = {46}, number = {4}, pages = {1247-1254}, publisher = {Springer New York LLC}, abstract = {How well can neurotypical adults’ interpret mental states in people with ASD? ‘Targets’ (ASD and neurotypical) reactions to four events were video-recorded then shown to neurotypical participants whose task was to identify which event the target had experienced. In study 1 participants were more successful for neurotypical than ASD targets. In study 2, participants rated ASD targets equally expressive as neurotypical targets for three of the events, while in study 3 participants gave different verbal descriptions of the reactions of ASD and neurotypical targets. It thus seems people with ASD react differently but not less expressively to events. Because neurotypicals are ineffective in interpreting the behaviour of those with ASD, this could contribute to the social difficulties in ASD. © 2015, Springer Science+Business Media New York.}, note = {cited By 37}, keywords = {Adolescent, Adult, Article, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Decision Making, Emotion, Facial Expression, Female, Human, Male, Mental Health, Nonverbal Communication, Pathophysiology, Priority Journal, Psychology, Video Recording, Young Adult}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } How well can neurotypical adults’ interpret mental states in people with ASD? ‘Targets’ (ASD and neurotypical) reactions to four events were video-recorded then shown to neurotypical participants whose task was to identify which event the target had experienced. In study 1 participants were more successful for neurotypical than ASD targets. In study 2, participants rated ASD targets equally expressive as neurotypical targets for three of the events, while in study 3 participants gave different verbal descriptions of the reactions of ASD and neurotypical targets. It thus seems people with ASD react differently but not less expressively to events. Because neurotypicals are ineffective in interpreting the behaviour of those with ASD, this could contribute to the social difficulties in ASD. © 2015, Springer Science+Business Media New York. |
Miskam, M A; Shamsuddin, S; Yussof, H; Ariffin, I M; Omar, A R Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2016, ISBN: 9781479966783, (cited By 1). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism, Autism Therapies, Behavioral Research, Children with Autism, Cognitive Interaction, Diseases, Education, Emotion, Emotion Gestures, Human Behaviours, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Robotics, Robots, Social Sciences, Surveys, Teaching, Teaching Module @conference{Miskam2016, title = {A questionnaire-based survey: Therapist's response on emotions gestures using humanoid robot for autism}, author = {M A Miskam and S Shamsuddin and H Yussof and I M Ariffin and A R Omar}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84966605834&doi=10.1109%2fMHS.2015.7438298&partnerID=40&md5=c0cbd143f24183861955c67562e36fdf}, doi = {10.1109/MHS.2015.7438298}, isbn = {9781479966783}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {2015 International Symposium on Micro-NanoMechatronics and Human Science, MHS 2015}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {This paper is, we used a humanoid robot to physically show emotional poses and conduct a simple guessing game with children. Nine different emotions using the robot's body poses have been developed using Choregraphe. Naturally, we need to approximate as closely as possible natural human behaviour to be done by robot to engaging the children to interact with normal human. Therefore, this study is continuation of our previous study on emotion gestures where we get the therapists response towards module of emotions-based teaching module for children with autism. The role of therapists is to give their main knowledge of autism therapy to bring the right creation of module program using robot. © 2015 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 1}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism, Autism Therapies, Behavioral Research, Children with Autism, Cognitive Interaction, Diseases, Education, Emotion, Emotion Gestures, Human Behaviours, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Robotics, Robots, Social Sciences, Surveys, Teaching, Teaching Module}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } This paper is, we used a humanoid robot to physically show emotional poses and conduct a simple guessing game with children. Nine different emotions using the robot's body poses have been developed using Choregraphe. Naturally, we need to approximate as closely as possible natural human behaviour to be done by robot to engaging the children to interact with normal human. Therefore, this study is continuation of our previous study on emotion gestures where we get the therapists response towards module of emotions-based teaching module for children with autism. The role of therapists is to give their main knowledge of autism therapy to bring the right creation of module program using robot. © 2015 IEEE. |
Shminan, A S; Fauzan, N; Aren, M The intensity of the research activities on e learning for care givers of autistic children Conference Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2016, ISBN: 9781467366649, (cited By 1). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Autism Intervention, Developmental Disorders, Direct Communications, Diseases, E-learning, E-learning Technology, Medical Computing, Nonverbal Communication, Personnel Training, Research, Telehealth, Web-Based @conference{Shminan2016, title = {The intensity of the research activities on e learning for care givers of autistic children}, author = {A S Shminan and N Fauzan and M Aren}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84967018440&doi=10.1109%2fICITSI.2015.7437682&partnerID=40&md5=8237166f73f04eecc5d141a283d6b5b9}, doi = {10.1109/ICITSI.2015.7437682}, isbn = {9781467366649}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {2015 International Conference on Information Technology Systems and Innovation, ICITSI 2015 - Proceedings}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {Autism, known as a spectrum disorder (ASD) is seen in early childhood or by three years of age. ASD is a neuro-developmental disorder characterized by deficits in social responsiveness, impairments in verbal and nonverbal communication. The purpose of this paper is to demonstrate the relevance of e-learning technology to the area of training the caregivers of autistic children. Our search focused on a number of data banks that contain numerous references to autism and home based treatment. Our results found only ten papers published since 2010 that met our criteria for inclusion. Six were demonstrations of e learning to teach caregivers and professionals the basics of applied behavior analysis and some techniques for skill training. The remainder of the studies fell into the telehealth category which involved direct communication between a professional and caregiver in the home. The studies suggest that home based service delivery is effective and offers both the social service system and parents considerable financial savings. The use of Web based platform (e learning and telehealth) is depicted as an aid to caregivers of autistic children. The need for more studies of the variables related to home based service delivery is noted. © 2015 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 1}, keywords = {Autism Intervention, Developmental Disorders, Direct Communications, Diseases, E-learning, E-learning Technology, Medical Computing, Nonverbal Communication, Personnel Training, Research, Telehealth, Web-Based}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } Autism, known as a spectrum disorder (ASD) is seen in early childhood or by three years of age. ASD is a neuro-developmental disorder characterized by deficits in social responsiveness, impairments in verbal and nonverbal communication. The purpose of this paper is to demonstrate the relevance of e-learning technology to the area of training the caregivers of autistic children. Our search focused on a number of data banks that contain numerous references to autism and home based treatment. Our results found only ten papers published since 2010 that met our criteria for inclusion. Six were demonstrations of e learning to teach caregivers and professionals the basics of applied behavior analysis and some techniques for skill training. The remainder of the studies fell into the telehealth category which involved direct communication between a professional and caregiver in the home. The studies suggest that home based service delivery is effective and offers both the social service system and parents considerable financial savings. The use of Web based platform (e learning and telehealth) is depicted as an aid to caregivers of autistic children. The need for more studies of the variables related to home based service delivery is noted. © 2015 IEEE. |