Non-invasive Brain Stimulation for the Rehabilitation of Children and Adolescents With Neurodevelopmental Disorders: A Systematic Review

Frontiers in Psychology

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Alessandra Finisguerra¹  Renato Borgatti²  Cosimo Urgesi¹ 

[1] Scientific Institute;Child Neuropsychiatry and Neurorehabilitation Unit, Scientific Institute;Laboratory of Cognitive Neuroscience, Department of Languages, Education and Society, University of Udine

关键词: neurodevelopmental disorders;    non-invasive brain stimulation;    transcranial magnetic stimulation;    transcranial direct current stimulation;    pediatric;    rehabilitation;    safety;   

DOI  :  10.3389/fpsyg.2019.00135

学科分类：社会科学、人文和艺术（综合）

来源: Frontiers

【 摘 要 】

In the last years, there has been a growing interest in the application of different non-invasive brain stimulation techniques to induce neuroplasticity and to modulate cognition and behavior in adults. Very recently, different attempts have been made to induce functional plastic changes also in pediatric populations. Importantly, not only sensorimotor processing, but also higher-level functions have been addressed, with the aim to boost rehabilitation in different neurodevelopmental disorders. However, efficacy and safety of using these techniques in pediatric population is still debated. The current article aims to review the non-invasive brain stimulation studies conducted in pediatric populations using Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation or transcranial Direct Current Stimulation. Specifically, the available proofs concerning the efficacy and safety of these techniques on Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, Dyslexia, Tourette syndrome, and tic disorders are systematically reviewed and discussed. The article also aims to provide an overview about other possible applications of these and other stimulation techniques for rehabilitative purposes in children and adolescents.

【 授权许可】

CC BY