Fish Oil Affects Cognition and ADHD Symptoms in Adults With Autism Spectrum Disorder

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF COPENHAGEN · Mar 2, 2021

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The aim of the study was to examine the effect of fish oil (FO) on sustained attention and visuospatial short-term memory memory, as well as cognitive inhibition, executive function, and core symptoms of ASD, and of ADHD, and social function in adults with ASD. In light of the shared and additive cognitive impairments in individuals with both ASD and ADHD, the hypothesis was that individuals with comorbid ADHD will show the most pronounced effects. The study furthermore aimed to examine potential interaction with depression, anxiety, and gender.

This was investigated in a 2 × 4 week random...

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • A clinical diagnosis of ASD (Asperger's syndrome, Autistic disorder, or a not otherwise specified pervasive developmental disorder).
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Supplementation with n-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids 1 mo prior to the intervention or during the intervention.
• • Major changes to psychopharmacological treatment 1 mo prior to the intervention or during the intervention.