Specific Phobia, Fear, and the Autism Spectrum in Children and Adolescents: Adapting OST for ASD

Clin Child Fam Psychol Rev. 2024 Apr 17. doi: 10.1007/s10567-024-00475-6. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTFears and phobias are a common mental health concern for youth, and particularly for autistic youth. The following review briefly summarizes the extant literature on specific phobias and specific phobias in autistic youth. The evidence base is briefly highlighted pointing to the strong base behind behavioral and cognitive-behavioral treatments and techniques. A broad discussion of key evidence-based treatment findings is presented, leading up to the impactful work of Thomas H. Ollendick in researching Öst's One-Session Treatment (OST) with children and adolescents. OST for child specific phobias is discussed, and particular emphasis is given to this treatment's ongoing adaptation for use with youth on the autism spectrum.PMID:38632150 | DOI:10.1007/s10567-024-00475-6

Source: Clinical Child and Family Psychology Review - April 17, 2024 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Thompson E Davis Justine Brennan Source Type: research