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Direct linkJessica O'Loghlen; Matthew McKenzie; Cathryne Lang; Jessica Paynter – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2025
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and autism are characterized by the presence of repetitive behaviors. Differentiating between repetitive behaviors attributable to a diagnosis of autism, and those attributable to OCD, poses challenges for differential and co-occurring diagnosis. Differentiation is important to inform appropriate supports and…
Descriptors: Anxiety Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Behavior Problems, Symptoms (Individual Disorders)
Trine Lise Bakken; Jane Margrete Askeland Hellerud; Arvid Nikolai Kildahl; Ann Magritt Solheim-Inderberg; Oddbjørn Hove; Sissel Berge Helverschou – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2025
Autistic people with intellectual disabilities appear to be at increased risk of schizophrenia. While current recommendations emphasize adapting interventions used for people with schizophrenia in general, few studies to date have investigated treatment of co-occurring schizophrenia in this specific population. To explore what interventions are…
Descriptors: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Intellectual Disability, Schizophrenia, Comorbidity
Latent Class Analysis Identifies Distinctive Behavioral Subtypes in Children with Fragile X Syndrome
Walter E. Kaufmann; Melissa Raspa; Carla M. Bann; Julia M. Gable; Holly K. Harris; Dejan B. Budimirovic; Reymundo Lozano – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2024
Fragile X syndrome (FXS) is characterized by variable neurobehavioral abnormalities, which leads to difficulties in developing and evaluating treatments and in determining accurate prognosis. We employed a pediatric cross-sectional sample (1,072 males, 338 females) from FORWARD, a clinic-based natural history study, to identify behavioral subtypes…
Descriptors: Symptoms (Individual Disorders), Children, Genetic Disorders, Intellectual Disability
Kimberly S. Ellison; Elzbieta Jarzabek; Scott L. J. Jackson; Adam Naples; James C. McPartland – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2024
There has been a heightened awareness of an increased risk of suicidality among individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) due to high rates of suicidal ideation (SI) in this population (11-66%). The current study investigated the rate of parent-endorsed SI and associated clinical features in 48 youths with ASD (Age; M: 12.97 years, SD:…
Descriptors: Suicide, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Symptoms (Individual Disorders), At Risk Persons
Berloco Bianca; Guerrera Silvia; Fucà Elisa; Menghini Deny; Valeri Giovanni; Nobili Lino; Vicari Stefano – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2024
Insomnia is one of the most common co-occurring disorders in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The purpose of this cross-sectional cohort study of 270 children with ASD was to assess the prevalence of insomnia using the Pediatric Sleep Clinical Global Impression Scale and to correlate sleep problems with cognitive level, adaptive…
Descriptors: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Sleep, Symptoms (Individual Disorders), Intervention
Ave M. Lachiewicz; Tracy M. Stackhouse; Kristin Burgess; Debra Burgess; Howard F. Andrews; Tse-Hwei Choo; Walter E. Kaufmann; Sharon A. Kidd – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2024
This study was designed to increase our understanding about characteristics and the impact of sensory symptoms (SS) and signs of hyperarousal (HA) in individuals with fragile X syndrome (FXS) from childhood through early adulthood and by gender. Data derived from the Fragile X Online Registry With Accessible Research Database (FORWARD), a natural…
Descriptors: Sensory Experience, Symptoms (Individual Disorders), Genetic Disorders, Arousal Patterns
Miller, Haylie L.; Thomi, Morgan; Patterson, Rita M.; Nandy, Karabi – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2023
Children with complex behavioral profiles (e.g., ASD + ADHD) may experience delays in obtaining a final diagnosis. Low-resource or underrepresented groups may be at even greater risk for delayed diagnosis. We assessed the effect of sociodemographic factors, symptom complexity and co-occurring conditions, and identifier of first symptoms on…
Descriptors: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Comorbidity, Behavior Problems
Leader, Geraldine; Tuohy, Elaine; Chen, June L.; Mannion, Arlene; Gilroy, Shawn P. – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2020
Frequency of feeding problems, gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms, challenging behavior, sensory problems and comorbid psychopathology were assessed using the following questionnaires: Screening Tool for Feeding Problems for Children, GI Symptoms Inventory, Behavior Problems Inventory Short Form, Short Sensory Profile, and Autism Spectrum…
Descriptors: Children, Adolescents, Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders
Charlton, Anna S.; Smith, Isaac C.; Mazefsky, Carla A.; White, Susan W. – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2020
Deficits in emotion regulation (ER) are commonly observed in individuals with ASD and may contribute to elevated rates of psychiatric comorbidity. The objective of this study was to understand the relationship between ER (self-and caregiver-reported) and clinician-assigned mood and anxiety disorders in emerging adults with ASD (n = 27).…
Descriptors: Self Control, Psychopathology, Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders
Elizabeth G. S. Munsell; Gael I. Orsmond; Daniel Fulford; Wendy J. Coster – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2022
Social communication and executive functioning challenges as well as co-occurring anxiety/depression may make acquiring the skills needed to manage daily life tasks difficult for diploma-track autistic youth, thus limiting their participation in adult roles. This study describes the associations between executive function, social communication…
Descriptors: Metacognition, Interpersonal Competence, Communication Skills, Autism Spectrum Disorders
Flowers, Jacqueline; Lantz, Johanna; Hamlin, Terry; Simeonsson, Rune J. – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2020
Self-injurious behavior (SIB) occurs in up to 50% of individuals with autism. As one of the most serious conditions in individuals with developmental disabilities, SIB affects the individual and his or her family in multiple contexts. A systematic analysis of factors most commonly associated with SIB could inform the development of individualized…
Descriptors: Self Destructive Behavior, Injuries, Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders
Hwang, Soonjo; Kim, Young Shin; Koh, Yun-Joo; Leventhal, Bennett L. – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2018
While a growing number of studies indicate associations between experiences of bullying and autism spectrum disorder (ASD), it is not clear what roles comorbid behavioral problems may play. We investigated the experiences of children with ASD as victims and/or perpetrators of bullying. Children with ASD epidemiologically ascertained participated…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Bullying, Comorbidity
Van Cleave, Jeanne; Holifield, Chloe; Neumeyer, Ann M.; Perrin, James M.; Powers, Erin; Van, Linda; Kuhlthau, Karen A. – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2018
We examined barriers and facilitators to expanding primary care's capacity to manage conditions associated with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). We conducted semi-structured interviews with specialists, primary care providers (PCPs), primary care staff, and parents of children with ASD, discussing health/behavior problems encountered,…
Descriptors: Primary Health Care, Comorbidity, Children, Autism
Knüppel, Ane; Telléus, Gry Kjaersdam; Jakobsen, Helle; Lauritsen, Marlene Briciet – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2019
Daytime activity, in terms of engagement in an occupation or education, is highly important for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), regardless of their level of functioning. In this nationwide survey, the parents of young adults diagnosed with ASD in childhood (n = 1266) provided information about the current daytime activity of their…
Descriptors: Young Adults, Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Parents
Rattaz, Cécile; Munir, Kerim; Michelon, Cécile; Picot, Marie-Christine; Baghdadli, Amaria; Baghdadli, Amaria; Baghdadli, Amaria; Chabaux, Catherine; Chatel, Clarisse; Cohen, David; Damville, Emmanuel; Geoffray, Marie-Maude; Gicquel, Ludovic; Jardri, Renaud; Maffre, Thierry; Novo, Alexandre; Odoyer, Roxane; Oreve, Marie-Joëlle; Périsse, Didier; Poinso, François; Pottelette, Julien; Robel, Laurence; Rolland, Catherine; Schoenberger, Marie; Serret, Sylvie; Sonié, Sandrine; Speranza, Mario; Vespirini, Stéphanie – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2020
Children and adolescents with ASD are increasingly included in regular school settings, however little is known about how placement decisions are made. In the present study, we examined the types and duration of school attendance among children and adolescents in the ELENA Cohort, a multi-center study of children and adolescents with ASD, ages…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Inclusion, Children, Adolescents
