Mental health challenges impede the well-being of autistic people. This Review outlines
contributing neurodevelopmental and physical health conditions, rates and developmental …

Mental health difficulties are prevalent in autistic people with~ 14%–50% having
experienced depression and~ 40%–80% having experienced anxiety disorders. Identifying …

Recent data support the use of behavioural and psychological interventions for social
communication and anxiety in ASD; data are more limited regarding pharmacotherapy for …

On average, 49–63% of people with intellectual disabilities and/or autism spectrum disorder
(ASD) are prescribed psychotropic medications to treat psychopathology, including …

BackgroundDespite unclear evidence to support the long-term use of antipsychotics to treat
challenging (problem) behaviours in people with autism in the absence of a psychiatric …

Background Autistic adults are more likely than adults without autism spectrum disorder
(ASD) to experience clinically significant anxiety. In addition, anxiety in autistic adults is …

Abstract Purpose of Review To summarize recent findings regarding anxiety and trauma-
related disorders in children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (autism), focusing on …

Background Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are commonly prescribed to
manage anxiety in adults with an autism diagnosis. However, their effectiveness and …

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects about 1% of
the population. It is characterized by deficits in social interaction and communication, as well …

Background Despite the widespread use of psychotropic medications in people with autism
spectrum disorder (ASD), there is limited evidence to suggest that psychotropic medications …