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The treatment of epilepsy in autism

Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders volume 21, pages 61–77 (1991)Cite this article

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Autism is associated with epilepsy. One third of the population of people with autism have developed seizures in early adult life. In spite of this well-known association, little is known about the treatment of epilepsy in autism. This paper reviews the sparse literature and reports a systematic case-record study of the treatment of epilepsy in autism. Some practical guidelines for clinicians are provided. Research in the field of epilepsy in autism is highly warranted.

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This study has been supported by a grant from The Commission for Social Research, Sweden, No. E 88/170:2.

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Gillberg, C. The treatment of epilepsy in autism. J Autism Dev Disord 21, 61–77 (1991). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02206998

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Keywords

  • School Psychology
  • Adult Life
  • Practical Guideline
  • Sparse Literature
  • Early Adult Life