Abstract
Children and adolescents with ASD are frequently referred for treatment of maladaptive behaviors, including aggression, self-injury, mood dysregulation, and irritability. Concern about the potential for harm to themselves and others in addition to the failure of behavioral interventions creates a need for evidence-based pharmacotherapy. Participants will review: 1) evidence-based pharmacological interventions that reduce the frequency and intensity of acute agitation, self-injurious behaviors, irritability, and impulsive aggression in youth with ASD; 2) safety strategies for outpatient visits; and 3) treatment options for patients with ASD and co-occurring conditions such as ADHD and bipolar disorder, which may be challenging due to side effects.
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