Autism, Psychosis, or Both? Unraveling Complex Patient Presentations

This article describes the epidemiologic features and clinical manifestations of psychosis in individuals with ASDs, while also discussing shared genetic risk factors and affected brain regions. Components of a diagnostic assessment, including a thorough developmental, behavioral, medical, and psychiatric history, will be reviewed. The authors highlight the manifestations of catatonia in this population and note the shared features between catatonia and ASDs. Finally, treatment approaches and areas for future study are suggested.

Source: Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Clinics of North America - September 17, 2019 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Tara Chandrasekhar, John Nathan Copeland, Marina Spanos, Linmarie Sikich Source Type: research