Phenotyping, Etiological Factors, and Biomarkers: Toward Precision Medicine in Autism Spectrum Disorders. Issue 8 (October 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Beversdorf, David Q.
• Is Part Of: Journal of developmental and behavioral pediatrics. Volume 37:Issue 8(2016)
• Publication Date: 2016-10
• Subjects: autism -- biomarkers -- precision medicine; Child development -- Periodicals; Developmental disabilities -- Periodicals; Behavior disorders in children -- Periodicals; Learning disabilities -- Periodicals; Child psychiatry -- Periodicals; 618.92805
• DOI: 10.1097/DBP.0000000000000351
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0196-206X

Abstract

Abstract : ABSTRACT: Despite the progress made in understanding the biology of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), effective biological interventions for the core symptoms remain elusive. Because of the etiological heterogeneity of ASD, identification of a "one-size-fits-all" treatment approach will likely continue to be challenging. A meeting was convened at the University of Missouri and the Thompson Center to discuss strategies for stratifying patients with ASD for the purpose of moving toward precision medicine. The "white paper" presented here articulates the challenges involved and provides suggestions for future solutions.