Improved executive function and sleep quality in preteens with high-functioning autism following a structured physical activity program

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Miriam Richter · American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Marie Taylor · Lund University

Sofia Åkerlund · American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Sofia Backman · Lund University

Sofia Krili · Lund University

Björn Johansson · American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Olof Rask

Abstract

A structured physical activity program may improve executive functioning (as perceived by parents and supported by objective testing), enhance sensory processing, and improve sleep quality in children with high-functioning ASD who are not regularly physically active.

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Autism Spectrum Disorder Research Sleep and related disorders Child Nutrition and Feeding Issues

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Published in: Frontiers in Psychiatry

Volume 16, pp. 1726809-1726809

DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2025.1726809

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Improved executive function and sleep quality in preteens with high-functioning autism following a structured physical activity program

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