Recent Advances In Mechatronics Devices: Screening And Rehabilitation Devices For Autism Spectrum Disorder

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is one of the most common, with the rate of 1 out of 68 children in the USA, neurodevelopmental disorders and its core symptoms comprise of deficits in social communication, and restricted and repetitive behaviors. Early and accurate screening and intervention are crucial factors in enhancing the quality of life and functional independency of individuals with ASD. Much research has been performed to design and develop mechatronics technologies to strengthen the performance of the screening and rehabilitation procedures for individuals with ASD. In this chapter, we review some of the currently developed devices in this area and discuss their advantages and limitations, as well as potential technologies which can be employed in such devices in the future.