Autism, ADHD and other neurodevelopmental conditions – Sven Bölte's research group

We engage in the science of neurodevelopmental conditions, particularly autism and ADHD. The research group is part of Center of Neurodevelopmental Disorders at Karolinska Institutet (KIND).

Part of the Department of Women's and Children's Health
Portrait of Professor Sven Bölte.

Our Research

The research interests are broad and include both basic and applied science questions of biological, psychological and social nature in clinical and educational settings. There is a focus on the (i) implementation of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) Core Sets for autism and ADHD using digital solutions, (ii) social skills groups training for autistic children and adolescents in clinic and schools (KONTAKT, SKOLKONTAKT, iKONTAKT programs), (iii) twin research in autism and ADHD (Roots of Autism and ADHD Twin Study in Sweden, RATSS), and (iv) the development, adaptation and evaluation of diagnostic instruments for autism, ADHD, social cognition, and problem and adaptive behaviors (e.g. ADOS-2, SRS-2, DMASC, ABAS-3, Conners-3). 

Bölte’s research group also comprises an education section for professionals that delivers courses and conferences on diagnosing and supporting individuals with neurodevelopmental conditions to professionals, which is one of the largest within KI-Education (Uppdragsutbildning).

Research Projects

ICF Core Sets for ADHD and autism
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ICF Core Sets for ADHD and autism

This research project will operationalize the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) Core Sets for ADHD and autism into a user-friendly internet platform.

KIND and school related work
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KIND and school related work

At KIND we are working to implement working methods, technological aids and to contribute to the development of evidence-based methods in schools to facilitate schooling for students with special needs, especially students with neurodevelopmental disorders (NDD).

Publications

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Staff and contact

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Keywords:
Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity Autism Spectrum Disorder Occupational Therapy Psychiatry Psychology (excluding Applied Psychology)
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Content reviewer:
Sven Bölte
26-09-2024