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Anxiety is frequently identified as a common comorbid mood disorder in individuals with autism, as supported by clinical research [1], [2], and [3]. Furthermore, academic studies and clinical trials specifically investigate the impact and treatment of anxiety within the autistic population [4], [5], [6], [7], and [8].
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Neurodiversity in Practice: a Conceptual Model of Autistic Strengths ... link.springer.com 5 facts
claimAnxiety and depression are the most common comorbid mood disorders associated with autism, according to research by Lugnegård et al. (2012), Mazzone et al. (2012), and White et al. (2009).
claimAutistic females have higher rates of comorbid conditions, including anxiety, depression, and eating disorders, compared to other groups.
claimComorbidity with epilepsy, attention problems, anxiety, depression, sensory processing disorder, sleeping disorders, and feeding disorders is common in autistic individuals.
referenceJ. and Zahid, J. (2011) published 'Variables associated with anxiety and depression in children with autism' in the Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities, which examines factors linked to mental health conditions in autistic children.
claimAnxiety and depression are the most common comorbid mood disorders associated with autism.
Autistic Self-Advocacy and the Neurodiversity Movement - Frontiers frontiersin.org 3 facts
claimResearch identifies autistic inertia (Buckle et al., 2020), life skills (Pellicano et al., 2014), intolerance of uncertainty (Rodgers et al., 2018), and anxiety (Robertson et al., 2018) as areas where autistic people often require support.
referenceParr et al. (2020) published the study protocol for the 'Personalised Anxiety Treatment-Autism (PAT-A©)' pilot randomised controlled feasibility trial, aimed at treating anxiety in autistic adults.
referenceRobertson et al. (2018) performed a thematic analysis on the experience and impact of anxiety in autistic adults, published in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders.