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Emotional and Behavioural Problems in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Lookup NU author(s): Dr Morag Maskey, Frances Warnell, Professor Jeremy Parr, Professor Ann Le Couteur, Emerita Professor Helen McConachie

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Abstract

The type, frequency and inter-relationships of emotional and behavioural problems in 863 children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) were investigated using the population-based Database of children with ASD living in the North East of England (Daslne). A high rate of problems was reported, with 53 % of children having 4 or more types of problems frequently. Sleep, toileting and eating problems, hyperactivity, self injury and sensory difficulties were greater in children with lower language level and in special schooling. However, anxiety, tantrums and aggression towards others were frequent regardless of age, ability or schooling. The frequency of co-existing conditions, including such emotional and behavioural problems, in children with ASD has implications for designing appropriate support services for children and families.

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Author(s): Maskey M, Warnell F, Parr J, LeCouteur A, McConachie H

Publication type: Article

Publication status: Published

Journal: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders

Year: 2013

Volume: 43

Issue: 4

Pages: 851-859

Print publication date: 16/08/2012

ISSN (print): 0162-3257

ISSN (electronic): 1573-3432

Publisher: Springer New York LLC

URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10803-012-1622-9

DOI: 10.1007/s10803-012-1622-9

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