Outpatient management of irritability, impulsive aggression, and other severe behaviors in youth with asd

Individuals with ASD, intellectual disabilities, and neurodevelopmental syndromes comprise a complex group with unique needs. They face significant stressors while having limited coping abilities and tolerance for change. Maladaptive behaviors, including self-injurious behavior (SIB) and impulsive aggression, can impair daily functioning, cause stress to the caregivers and treatment team, and occasionally necessitate emergency mental health treatment. This presentation is designed to provide clinicians with current knowledge on the management of these patients, including specific therapies and overall strategies for developing a treatment plan.
Source: Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry - Category: Psychiatry Authors: Tags: Clinical Perspectives 24 Source Type: research