Autism Spectrum Disorder and Amplified Pain
Author
Source
Issue
Vol. 2015, Issue 2015 (31 Dec. 2015), pp.1-4, 4 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2015-05-06
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
4
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Among the core features of ASD, altered sensitivities in all modalities have been accorded increasing importance.
Heightened sensitivity to pain and unusual expressions of and reaction to pain have not hitherto been widely recognised as a presenting feature of ASD in general paediatrics.
Failure to recognise ASD as a common cause of pain can lead to late diagnosis, inappropriate treatment, distress, and further disability.
Two cases are presented which illustrate the late presentation of Autism Spectrum Disorder (Asperger’s Syndrome subtype) with chronic unusual pain.
Conclusion.
Pain in autism can be atypical in its experience and expression and for this reason may go unrecognised by physicians treating chronic pain disorders.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Clarke, Ciaran. 2015. Autism Spectrum Disorder and Amplified Pain. Case Reports in Psychiatry،Vol. 2015, no. 2015, pp.1-4.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Clarke, Ciaran. Autism Spectrum Disorder and Amplified Pain. Case Reports in Psychiatry No. 2015 (2015), pp.1-4.
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American Medical Association (AMA)
Clarke, Ciaran. Autism Spectrum Disorder and Amplified Pain. Case Reports in Psychiatry. 2015. Vol. 2015, no. 2015, pp.1-4.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1059852
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-1059852