From risk to resilience: a narrative overview of modifiable factors influencing anxiety in children with autism spectrum disorder (part II) - Report - MDSpire
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From risk to resilience: a narrative overview of modifiable factors influencing anxiety in children with autism spectrum disorder (part II)
Clinical Report: Transforming Vulnerability into Strength in ASD Anxiety
Overview
This review highlights the prevalence of anxiety disorders in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and identifies modifiable risk and protective factors.
Background
Anxiety disorders significantly impact children and adolescents with ASD, contributing to functional impairment and reduced quality of life. Understanding the interplay of risk and protective factors is crucial for developing effective interventions.
Data Highlights
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Key Findings
Anxiety in ASD is linked to factors such as sensory hypersensitivity and intolerance of uncertainty.
Protective factors include cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), structured physical activity, and supportive environments.
Variability in study designs limits the generalizability of findings related to anxiety in ASD.
Shared mechanisms exist between anxiety and depression in children with ASD.
Clinical Implications
A multidisciplinary approach is essential for managing anxiety in children with ASD.
Conclusion
This review supports a transdiagnostic approach to mental health in children and adolescents.
Four-day treatment targeting the prefrontal cortex and cerebellum produced larger reductions in suicidal ideation scores than prefrontal stimulation alone in adolescents with major depressive disorder.
