Mind-Body Intervention Improves Cognitive Functions in a Child with Autism
Author Information
Author(s): Agnes S. Chan, Sze Sophia L., Cheung Mei-Chun, Han Yvonne M. Y., Leung Winnie W. M., Shi Dejian
Primary Institution: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Hypothesis
Does Dejian Mind-Body Intervention (DMBI) improve cognitive functions in a child with low-functioning autism compared to conventional interventions?
Conclusion
The study found that DMBI significantly improved the cognitive functions and executive control of a child with low-functioning autism.
Supporting Evidence
- KY's inhibitory control improved from severely impaired to within normal range after DMBI.
- Memory functioning increased significantly after one month of DMBI.
- EEG measures indicated enhanced brain activity associated with cognitive improvements.
Takeaway
A special mind-body exercise helped a boy with autism think and remember better after just a month of practice.
Methodology
The study used neuropsychological measures and EEG cordance to assess cognitive functions before and after DMBI and conventional intervention.
Potential Biases
Potential bias from the lack of blinding in assessments and the involvement of the treating psychologist in the study.
Limitations
The findings are based on a single case study and need to be validated in larger samples.
Participant Demographics
A 9-year-5-month-old right-handed boy with low-functioning autism.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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