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Title
Antipsychotics and Autism
Subtitle
Weighing the Benefits, Eyeing the Risks
Author
Marina Sarris
Summary
This online article discusses benefits and risks of antipsychotic medications, which may be prescribed for severe behavior issues in autism. It describes different types of antipsychotics, side effects, and alternative options.

The Interactive Autism Network (IAN) was established in 2006 "to facilitate research that will lead to advancements in understanding and treating autism spectrum disorder (ASD).� [Website] IAN researches autism through online questionnaires, resulting in the collection of large datasets. IAN also hosts an online library providing information about autism research.
Language
English
Subjects
Physical Health
Evaluating Research & Information
Publisher
Interactive Autism Network
DateModified
12/30/2022 7:37 PM EST