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Emotion regulation: concepts & practice in autism spectrum disorder
Carla A Mazefsky1, Susan W White
1Department of Psychiatry, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, 3811 O'Hara Street, Webster Hall, Suite 300, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA.
Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Clinics of North America
|November 16, 2013
Summary
This article explains emotion regulation and its challenges in autism spectrum disorder (ASD). It offers practical strategies for clinicians addressing behavioral issues in children with ASD.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Background:
- Emotion regulation is a critical developmental process.
- Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by social communication deficits and restricted, repetitive behaviors.
- Difficulties in emotion regulation are frequently observed in individuals with ASD.
Observation:
- This article examines the concept of emotion regulation.
- It specifically explores how emotion regulation capacities may be impaired in individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Findings:
- Individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often experience significant challenges with emotion regulation.
- These regulatory difficulties can manifest as behavioral problems in children.
Implications:
- Understanding compromised emotion regulation in ASD is crucial for effective clinical practice.
- The article provides practical suggestions for clinicians to support children with ASD exhibiting behavioral challenges.
- This knowledge can inform therapeutic interventions aimed at improving emotional and behavioral outcomes in ASD.
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