Transcranial direct current stimulation and its effect on cognitive symptoms of schizophrenia: An updated review.

Objective: Cognitive impairments in schizophrenia significantly affect functional outcomes and quality of life. This meta-analysis evaluates the effectiveness of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) as an intervention for cognitive deficits in individuals with schizophrenia.

Methods: From May 20 to June 15, 2024, a systematic search of PubMed, Medline, Embase, and the Cochrane central register of controlled trials was conducted.

Autism spectrum disorder in the US: Have we done enough?

Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are a collection of neurodevelopmental disabilities, defined by the presence of social, behavioral and communication deficits, that are typically recognized during the first three years of life. Autism has emerged as a significant public health concern, yet there are no answers to its increasing rates. Recent data from the Autism and Developmental Disability Monitoring (ADDM) Network reported that 1 in every 36 (2.