Publications by authors named "Sarah H Al-Mazidi"

Background: The neurological effect of viral respiratory infections has been acknowledged in many studies. However, patients who recovered from this infection show neurological manifestations and are not being routinely transferred for electrodiagnostic evaluation.

Aim: This study aimed to examine the neurological effect of viral respiratory infections on the nerve function using electrophysiology in patients fully recovered from viral respiratory infections.

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Cognitive impairment is among the most challenging characteristics of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Although ASD is one of the common neurodevelopmental disorders, we are still behind in diagnosing and treating cognitive impairment in ASD. Cognitive impairment in ASD varies, meaning it could be at the sensory perception level to cognitive processing, learning, and memory.

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Background: Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) encompasses a group of disorders characterized by difficulties with social interaction and repetitive behavior. The condition is supposed to originate from early shifts in brain development, while the underlying processes are unknown. Moreover, a considerable number of patients with ASD experience digestive difficulties.

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Although autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a common developmental disorder, primary healthcare providers show a deficit in providing early diagnosis. To understand parents' experience and perspective in the diagnosis and intervention process of their children, a survey was deployed through social media to parents' with at least one child diagnosed with ASD. The survey included parents experience, satisfaction and perception in the diagnosis process and services provided for their children, stigma and type of support received.

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