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The association between self-injurious behaviors and autism spectrum disorders

Noha F Minshawi1, Sarah Hurwitz2, Jill C Fodstad1

  • 1Department of Psychiatry, Indiana University School of Medicine, Christian Sarkine Autism Treatment Center, James Whitcomb Riley Hospital for Children at Indiana University Health, Indianapolis, IN, USA.

Psychology Research and Behavior Management
|April 22, 2014
PubMed

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Self-injurious behaviors (SIBs) are a significant concern in children with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). This review covers SIB epidemiology, predictive factors, and evidence-based treatments for ASD.

Area of Science:

  • Neurodevelopmental Disorders
  • Behavioral Science

Background:

  • Self-injurious behaviors (SIBs) are a significant concern in children with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs).
  • SIBs, involving self-harm like head banging or biting, are more prevalent in children with ASD compared to typically developing peers or those with other neurodevelopmental disabilities.
  • A thorough understanding of SIBs is crucial for clinicians working with children with ASD.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current research on the epidemiology of SIBs in children with ASD.
  • To identify factors that predict the occurrence of SIBs in this population.
  • To outline empirically supported behavioral treatments for SIBs in children with ASD.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of research on SIBs in children with ASD.
  • Analysis of epidemiological data.
  • Examination of predictive factors and treatment efficacy studies.

Main Results:

  • The review synthesizes information on the prevalence and characteristics of SIBs in children with ASD.
  • Key factors associated with the presence of SIBs are identified.
  • Evidence-based behavioral interventions are summarized.

Conclusions:

  • Understanding the epidemiology and predictors of SIBs is essential for effective clinical practice in ASD.
  • Empirically supported behavioral treatments offer viable options for managing SIBs in children with ASD.

Keywords:
applied behavior analysisautism spectrum disordersself-injury

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