Assessment and Treatment in Autism Spectrum Disorders : A Focus on Genetics and Psychiatry
Joint Authors
Hellings, Jessica A.
Butler, Merlin G.
Youngs, Erin L.
Roberts, Jennifer L.
Source
Issue
Vol. 2012, Issue 2012 (31 Dec. 2012), pp.1-11, 11 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2012-05-31
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
11
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are neurobehavioral disorders characterized by abnormalities in three behavioral domains including social interaction, impaired communication, and repetitive stereotypic behaviors.
ASD affects approximately 1% of children and is on the rise with significant genetic mechanisms underlying these disorders.
We review the current understanding of the role of genetic and metabolic factors contributing to ASD with the use of new genetic technology.
Fifty percent is diagnosed with chromosomal abnormalities, small DNA deletions/duplications, single-gene conditions, or metabolic disturbances.
Genetic evaluation is discussed along with psychiatric treatment and approaches for selection of medication to treat associated challenging behaviors or comorbidities seen in ASD.
We emphasize the importance of prioritizing treatment based on target symptom clusters and in what order for individuals with ASD, as the treatment may vary from patient to patient.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Butler, Merlin G.& Youngs, Erin L.& Roberts, Jennifer L.& Hellings, Jessica A.. 2012. Assessment and Treatment in Autism Spectrum Disorders : A Focus on Genetics and Psychiatry. Autism Research and Treatment،Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-11.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Butler, Merlin G.…[et al.]. Assessment and Treatment in Autism Spectrum Disorders : A Focus on Genetics and Psychiatry. Autism Research and Treatment No. 2012 (2012), pp.1-11.
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American Medical Association (AMA)
Butler, Merlin G.& Youngs, Erin L.& Roberts, Jennifer L.& Hellings, Jessica A.. Assessment and Treatment in Autism Spectrum Disorders : A Focus on Genetics and Psychiatry. Autism Research and Treatment. 2012. Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-11.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-456717
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-456717