Catatonia and Autism
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Description
Catatonia is a disorder which affects some people with autism.
It can affect how someone
- stands or sits
- moves
- talks
- behaves
For example it can make someone
- slow down or stop what they are doing
- do things over and over again
- become more agitated or shakey
It can be very distressing for the person with autism because it can make their other problems worse.
We have yet to identify the most effective interventions to treat catatonia in people with autistic spectrum disorders.
It is possible that environmental, cognitive and behavioural methods may prove to be the most effective.
Further information
Please see the Advanced version of this page for more information about this issue, including relevant research studies and interventions which may help.
Last Updated : 13/07/2011 Back to Top
