Journal of Sleep Disorders & Therapy
Open Access
ISSN: 2167-0277
ISSN: 2167-0277
Department of Pulmonary and Sleep Associates, Westmont, IL, USA
Research Article
Potential Causes of Sleep Disturbances in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and the Role of Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation on it: A Systematic Review
Author(s): Gugen Lorenzo, Devletova Kharazhanov, Gabriel Cortazar*, Giovanni Andrea and Jassel Phelia*
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a group of neurodevelopmental disorders, with a prevalence rate of approximately 1% to 2% in the general population. Over 80% of individuals with ASD experience comorbid sleep disturbances, exacerbating daytime behavioral problems and significantly impacting the overall prognosis of ASD. Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) is a non-invasive treatment method that holds assurance in improving sleep quality, optimizing sleep structure, and maintaining therapeutic effects. However, the effectiveness of rTMS for treating sleep disturbances in ASD patients remains uncertain. In this review, our aim is to summarize the potential causes of sleep disturbances in ASD and explore the existing literature on treating ASD-related sleep issues with rTMS. Current studies suggest that rTMS may regulate abnormal gene expression, slow wave activity, and .. View More»
DOI:
10.35248/2167-0277.23.12.492