Comprehensive Management of Autism: Current Evidence

Comprehensive Management of Autism: Current Evidence

Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by impaired social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication, and restricted repetitive behavior. The goals of treatment are to target core behaviors, improve social interactions and communication, and reduce disruptive behavior. The presen...

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Veröffentlicht in:Indian Journal of Psychological Medicine 2017-11, Vol.39 (6), p.727-731
Hauptverfasser: Shenoy, Manjiri Deshpande, Indla, Vishal, Reddy, Harish
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Analysis
Applied behavioral analysis
Autism
Behavior
behavioral management
Children & youth
Communication
Development and progression
Hyperactivity
Intellectual disabilities
Intervention
Neurodevelopmental disorders
pharmacotherapy
Psychiatry
Review
Social aspects
Social interaction
Therapy
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Zusammenfassung:Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by impaired social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication, and restricted repetitive behavior. The goals of treatment are to target core behaviors, improve social interactions and communication, and reduce disruptive behavior. The present paper discusses the role of applied behavioral analysis and pharmacotherapy.
ISSN:0253-7176
0975-1564
DOI:10.4103/IJPSYM.IJPSYM_272_17