Divergent presentation of anxiety in high-risk groups within the intellectual disability population

ConclusionsDSM-5 and ASD-related anxiety are common in these high-risk syndromes associated with ID. Prospective syndrome specific presentations and associations, which may implicate specific underlying mechanisms, are discussed. Clinicians should be aware of the risk and difficulties involved in assessment of anxiety in individuals with ID, including atypical types, to ensure these individuals do not “miss” diagnoses and support in general clinical practice.

http://link.springer.com/10.1186/s11689-022-09462-w

Source: Journal of Neurodevelopmental Disorders - October 5, 2022 Category: Neurology Source Type: research