Clinical approach to motor stereotypies in autistic children
Iranian Journal of Pediatrics. 2010; 20 (2): 149-159
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ABSTRACT
This is an overview of stereotypic behavior in autistic spectrum disorder [ASD]. This repetitive, nonfunctional, fixed pattern of behavior is associated with autism severity but it is not specific for ASD. There are a wide range of behaviors mentioned as Stereotypies. It usually starts in 1 early childhood and its severity is associated with outcomes and severity of autism in j adolescence and adulthood. It is usually co-morbid with other psychiatric problems and its pathophysiology is not exactly known. Management is most likely behavioral. There are some | reports regarding efficacy of antipsychotics for its management Further studies should be J conducted to improve our knowledge about it and our ability to differentiate it from tics
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IMEMR (Mediterraneo Oriental)
Asunto principal:
Trastorno Autístico
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Trastorno de Movimiento Estereotipado
Límite:
Adolescente
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Niño
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Child, preschool
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Femenino
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Humanos
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Lactante
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Masculino
Idioma:
Inglés
Revista:
Iran. J. Pediatr.
Año:
2010
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