Self-Regulation Strategies for Self-Injury
Self-injurious behavior and autism Ferguson explains that self-injurious behaviors (SIBs) are present in 40 – 50% of autistic people. They often persist in varying forms and intensities across the lifespan
The Gut, Autism, and Mental Health
Autism and gastrointestinal issues Holingue outlines common clinical characteristics of autism and explains how co-occurring medical conditions affect autism heterogeneity (1:50). People with autism often have complex healthcare needs but
Assessing and Treating Challenging Behavior in Individuals with Autism
Challenging behaviors that co-occur with autism for some individuals include aggression, self-injury, property destruction, noncompliance, tantrum behavior, etc. (2:25). These behaviors, just like any other, are learned through association, modeling, and