Cognitive Training in Children and Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder
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https://doi.org/10.34019/1982-1247.2025.v19.38945Keywords:
Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cognitive Training, Working Memory, Attention, Systematic ReviewAbstract
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder. A search was carried out, guided by the PRISMA model, on the VHL, Embase, PsycInfo, PubMed and Web of Science platforms using the descriptors autism spectrum disorders, autism, asperger syndrome combined with the term cognitive training, between 2001 and 2022. The objective was to to carry out a systematic review to investigate the efficiency of cognitive training in children and adolescents with ASD in aspects of working memory and attention. The results showed improvements in attention, working memory and academic skills in children undergoing cognitive training when compared to the control group.
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