A bibliometric analysis of executive functions in autism spectrum disorder

Shekarro, Masoud; Fazeli-Varzaneh, Mohsen; Kuravackel, Grace

doi:10.1007/s12144-021-01947-6

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“…With the increase in the prevalence rate, it is expected that the quality of research will be improved. However, on this issue, there is no conclusive data [ 29 ]. For example, due to the lack of universal and standardized diagnostic procedures for ASD, the total estimated prevalence of ASD in Asia is lower than that in Western countries [ 87 ].…”

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“…Some people think that many sources may indicate that the authors or documents have attracted the attention of researchers in specific fields [ 24 ]. In recent years, some studies have been conducted from the bibliometrics perspective: research on genetic factors in ASD [ 25 ], robot intervention research [ 26 ], education research [ 27 , 28 ], executive function research [ 29 ], virtual reality research [ 30 ], and a scientific research overview [ 31 ] were reviewed and analyzed. Specifically, Perez-Vazquez, E et al found, by analyzing the literature published between 2005 and 2017, that robots may help autistic children to experience real interactions in the future, but its methodological limitations will hinder the popularization of the research results in this field [ 26 ].…”

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Global Trends in Physical-Activity Research of Autism: Bibliometric Analysis Based on the Web of Science Database (1980–2021)

Feng

Hadizadeh

Cheong

2022

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The World Health Organization has identified nervous system diseases as one of the biggest public health problems, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Considering the extensive benefits of physical activity (PA), the literature on the PA research of ASD has increased each year, but there is a lack of bibliometric analyses in this field. To investigate the research achievements worldwide, this paper adopts bibliometrics to analyze the trend in the academic literature on the PA research of ASD published from 1980 to 2021. The documents were retrieved from the Web of Science database, and the search strategy was to combine the keywords related to “physical activity” and “autism spectrum disorder” by using the Boolean operator tools “OR” and “AND” in the title. A total of 359 English documents were retrieved. Microsoft Excel, Data Wrapper, VOSviewer, and Biblioshiny were used for the visual analysis. We found that the number of published documents increased the fastest from 2017 to 2021, which may be due to the promulgation of the Global Action Plan for Physical Activity 2018–2030 and the influence of COVID-19 on the world. The United States and the University of California systems are in the leading position in this field. Cooperation among countries with different levels of development will help to jointly promote the PA research progress on ASD. The focus themes include “individual effect”, “social support” and “activity dose”. The analysis of the frontier topic points out that researchers are paying increasing attention to how to improve the health and physical fitness of this group through PA. This research clearly puts forward a comprehensive overview, theme focus, and future trends in this field, which may be helpful to guide future research.

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Global Trends in Physical-Activity Research of Autism: Bibliometric Analysis Based on the Web of Science Database (1980–2021)

Feng

Hadizadeh

Cheong

2022

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“…It is thought that this situation resulted from the populations of these countries, effective legal regulations applied for individuals with special needs, and awareness studies (Karaca, 2021). It is known that financial support is provided to research conducted on ASD especially in the USA (Shekarro et al, 2023). It is also believed that another reason for higher number of studies in these countries compared to the other countries is social rights and incentives provided for individuals with special needs and their education (Cinar, 2020;Cinar, Cinar, Sarikaya and Yagizefe, 2023).…”

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A Bibliometric Analysis of Research Conducted on Sport and Physical Activity in Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder

KARACA,

ÇOBANOĞLU,

ÇELİK

2023

International Journal of Disabilities Sports and Health Sciences

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The study presents a bibliometric analysis of studies conducted on sport and physical activity in individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). 490 articles determined on Web of Science database in line with the purpose of the study were included in the data analysis. The results obtained show that there was a limited number of studies in this field before 2006, but that research has gained pace in this regard in recent years. It was found that the relevant research concentrated in countries such as the USA, China, Canada, and Turkey. On the other hand, such research was encountered less in some African and Asian regions involving underdeveloped countries. In addition, the analyses performed demonstrated that the number of studies which emphasized the importance of sport and physical activity in individuals with ASD in terms of developing their educational and life skills was higher. Besides, it was determined that more research was needed on issues such as mental health, executive functions, and adapted physical activity. In conclusion, the importance of research on sport and physical activity in individuals with ASD was emphasized, and the need for more research in this field was expressed.

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“…Carmona-Serrano et al ( 36 ) analyzed 5,512 publications on autism in education from 1963 to 2019. Shekarro et al ( 37 ) conducted a bibliometric analysis of executive functions in ASD, studying 5,514 publications between 1990 and 2019 and finding that the United States has the highest number of publications. Luor et al ( 38 ) analyzed 95 studies and looked at 55 journals using the Social Sciences Citation Index (SSCI) from 1998 to 2020.…”

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Mapping autism’s research landscape: trends in autism screening and its alignment with sustainable development goals

Nedungadi,

Shah,

Stokes

et al. 2024

Front. Psychiatry

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IntroductionAutism Spectrum Disorder is a complex neurodevelopmental syndrome that profoundly affects social interactions, communication, and sensory perception. The research traced the evolution of autism research from 2011-2022, specifically focusing on the screening and diagnosis of children and students.MethodsThrough an analysis of 12,262 publications using the PRISMA framework, bibliographic coupling, science mapping, and citation analysis, this study illuminates the growth trajectory of ASD research and significant disparities in diagnosis and services.ResultsThe study indicates an increasing trend in autism research, with a strong representation of female authorship. Open Access journals show a higher average citation impact compared to their closed counterparts. A keyword co-occurrence analysis revealed four central research themes: Child Development and Support Systems, Early Identification and Intervention, Prevalence and Etiology, and Mental Health. The pandemic’s onset has prioritized research areas like mental health, telehealth, and service accessibility.DiscussionRecommendations on a global level stress the importance of developing timely biological markers for ASD, amplifying Disability Inclusion research, and personalizing mental health services to bridge these critical service gaps. These strategies, underpinned by interdisciplinary collaboration and telehealth innovation, particularly in low-resource settings, can offer a roadmap for inclusive, context-sensitive interventions at local levels that directly support SDG3’s aim for health and well-being for all.

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A bibliometric analysis of executive functions in autism spectrum disorder

Cited by 8 publications

References 77 publications

Global Trends in Physical-Activity Research of Autism: Bibliometric Analysis Based on the Web of Science Database (1980–2021)

Global Trends in Physical-Activity Research of Autism: Bibliometric Analysis Based on the Web of Science Database (1980–2021)

A Bibliometric Analysis of Research Conducted on Sport and Physical Activity in Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Mapping autism’s research landscape: trends in autism screening and its alignment with sustainable development goals

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