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CRITICAL PERIODS OF NEUROPLASTICITY IN EARLY CHILDHOOD AUTISM: IMPLICATIONS FOR EARLY BEHAVIORAL INTERVENTION

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This article presents a scientific analysis of the critical periods of neuroplasticity in early childhood and their implications for behavioral interventions in children with autism spectrum disorder. The study highlights the role of neuroplasticity in strengthening synaptic connections and promoting adaptive behaviors. Early and intensive behavioral interventions, including speech therapy, occupational therapy, and applied behavioral analysis, activate neural networks in the prefrontal cortex, amygdala, and temporal lobes, significantly improving social, communicative, and cognitive skills. Additionally, the importance of parental involvement, enriched environments, and individualized approaches is emphasized from a medical perspective. The article examines how early interventions can reduce autism symptoms, reorganize neural networks, and enhance the child’s quality of life.

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