Single-Dual Task Performance in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder and Typically Developing Children

Inclusion Criteria:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Group:

• Aged between 5 and 16 years

• Diagnosed with mild to moderate Autism Spectrum Disorder based on Childhood AutismRating Scale (CARS) scores

• Ability to understand basic visual, auditory, and verbal instructions

• Sufficient cognitive capacity to follow dual-task instructions

Typically Developing Control Group:

• Age- and sex-matched with the ASD group

• No history of neurological, psychiatric, sensory, orthopedic, or developmentaldisorders

• No acute or chronic medical conditions

• No pain complaints during assessment

• Written informed consent obtained from a legal guardian

Exclusion Criteria:

Both Groups:

• History of neurological disorders, epilepsy, or seizures

• Orthopedic or musculoskeletal conditions affecting balance

• Visual or hearing impairments (except corrected vision or hearing with glasses orhearing aids)

• Use of assistive devices for walking or balance

• Use of medications affecting balance or motor performance

• Presence of comorbid psychiatric disorders

• Inability to cooperate adequately during assessment

• Absence from more than two consecutive assessment sessions

• Participation in another intervention program during the study period