Authors : Ishani Mehta, Priyal Shah, Santosh Kondekar, Bharatkumar Mahale
DOI : 10.18231/j.ijpns.2021.015
Volume : 4
Issue : 2
Year : 2021
Page No : 77-79
Autism is characterized by deficits in verbal and nonverbal communication and repetitive behaviors. There is a lack of data available regarding pharmacological treatment in autism spectrum disorders.\r\n A 2.8-year-old boy, diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and CARS score 36, was given omega3 fatty acid supplementation. At the end of 4 weeks, he demonstrated significant improvement in eye contact, which is a marker of social competence and adjustment. After 4 months, CARS II score was found to be 34. We propose that the DHA in omega 3 aids in learning and cognition by enhancing synaptic plasticity. We may need controlled trials with high-dose omega 3 for proving this therapeutic benefit.\r\n
Keywords: Autism, Eye Contact, Nutrition