01-06-2012 | Original Paper | Uitgave 6/2012
Psychotropic Medications in Autism: Practical Considerations for Parents
- Tijdschrift:
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Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders
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Uitgave 6/2012
- Auteurs:
- Edwin D. Williamson, Andres Martin
Abstract
Medications are widely prescribed in children with autism spectrum disorders. Most commonly these medications are used to decrease symptoms that fall under three main clusters: irritability, ADHD-like symptoms, and repetitive behaviors. In this guide we introduce basic approaches to medications in children with autism and review the scientific evidence in each symptom cluster.