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Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders 6/2022

29-06-2021 | Brief Report

Brief Report: Risk and Protective Factors Associated with Depressive Symptoms among Autistic Adults

Auteurs: Petya D. Radoeva, Kristen Ballinger, Theodore Ho, Sara J. Webb, Gary A. Stobbe

Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders | Uitgave 6/2022

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Abstract

Autistic individuals are at risk for developing depression though the risk and protective factors for co-occurring depression in autistic individuals are not yet fully characterized. In this retrospective medical chart review study, we explored factors associated with self-reported depressive symptoms (Patient Health Questionnaire-9) in autistic adults (N = 58). For autistic adults, engagement in one or more activities (recreational, educational and/or vocational) was associated with less severe depressive symptoms (Mann–Whitney U test, p = 0.006); and reported family history of depression/anxiety was associated with increased likelihood of suicidal ideation (Chi-square test, p = 0.027). Promotion of community-based activities and family support systems may be an integral part of creating effective treatment plans for depressive symptoms in autistic adults.
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Metagegevens
Titel
Brief Report: Risk and Protective Factors Associated with Depressive Symptoms among Autistic Adults
Auteurs
Petya D. Radoeva
Kristen Ballinger
Theodore Ho
Sara J. Webb
Gary A. Stobbe
Publicatiedatum
29-06-2021
Uitgeverij
Springer US
Gepubliceerd in
Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders / Uitgave 6/2022
Print ISSN: 0162-3257
Elektronisch ISSN: 1573-3432
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-021-05085-7

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