Effects of aquatic exercise intervention on executive function and brain-derived neurotrophic factor of children with autism spectrum disorder

IF 2.9 2区 医学 Q1 EDUCATION, SPECIAL
Peiting Zhao, Kai Chen, Gaohui Zhu, Hansen Li, Sha Chen, Jinge Hu, Li Huang, Xin Liu, Liya Guo
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Abstract

Background

Limited knowledge exists regarding the effectiveness of aquatic exercise intervention for improving executive function (EF) in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Additionally, the impact of aquatic exercise on brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) in children with ASD requires further investigation.

Aims

This study aimed to explore the effects of a 12-week aquatic exercise intervention on core EF and BDNF levels in children with ASD.

Methods and procedures

Thirty children with ASD were assigned to an experimental or control group. The experimental group underwent a 12-week aquatic exercise intervention, while the control group engaged in supervised free activities. Pre- and post-intervention assessments measured EF and BDNF levels.

Outcomes and results

The experimental group showed significant improvements (p < 0.05) in inhibition control, cognitive flexibility, and BDNF levels. However, working memory did not significantly improve. The control group exhibited no significant changes in EF or BDNF levels.

Conclusions and implications

Aquatic exercise appears to be a beneficial intervention for cognitive development in children with ASD, as it enhances inhibition control, cognitive flexibility, and BDNF levels in children with ASD. Furthermore, the observed improvements in EF following aquatic exercise intervention in children with ASD may be associated with increased BDNF levels.

水上运动干预对自闭症谱系障碍儿童执行功能和脑源性神经营养因子的影响
背景有关水上运动干预对改善自闭症谱系障碍(ASD)儿童执行功能(EF)的有效性的知识有限。此外,水上运动对自闭症谱系障碍儿童脑源性神经营养因子(BDNF)的影响也需要进一步研究。本研究旨在探讨为期 12 周的水上运动干预对自闭症谱系障碍儿童核心 EF 和 BDNF 水平的影响。实验组接受为期 12 周的水中运动干预,而对照组则参加有监督的自由活动。干预前后的评估测量了EF和BDNF水平。结果实验组在抑制控制、认知灵活性和BDNF水平方面有显著改善(p < 0.05)。但是,工作记忆没有明显改善。结论和启示水上运动似乎是一种有益于 ASD 儿童认知发展的干预措施,因为它能增强 ASD 儿童的抑制控制能力、认知灵活性和 BDNF 水平。此外,在对自闭症儿童进行水中运动干预后观察到的EF改善可能与BDNF水平的提高有关。
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期刊介绍: Research In Developmental Disabilities is aimed at publishing original research of an interdisciplinary nature that has a direct bearing on the remediation of problems associated with developmental disabilities. Manuscripts will be solicited throughout the world. Articles will be primarily empirical studies, although an occasional position paper or review will be accepted. The aim of the journal will be to publish articles on all aspects of research with the developmentally disabled, with any methodologically sound approach being acceptable.
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