Pharmacological Management of Behavioral Symptoms in Autism Spectrum Disorders

Abstract: 

Christopher J. McDougle, M.D.
Director, Lurie Center for Autism
Professor of Psychiatry and Pediatrics
Massachusetts General Hospital and
MassGeneral Hospital for Children
Nancy Lurie Marks Professor
Harvard Medical School

Disclosure of Potential Conflicts: None
Off-Label Use Of Medication: In this presentation, all discussion of use of medication refers to “off-label” use other than risperidone and aripiprazole for irritability in children and adolescents with autistic disorder

Target Symptoms for Medication:

  • Motor hyperactivity and inattention
  • Interfering ritualistic behavior
  • Aggression, self-injury, severe tantrums
  • Mood disturbances: depression, bipolar
  • Anxiety
  • Others: sleep disturbances, pica, inappropriate sexual behavior

LURIE CENTER FOR AUTISM
Christopher J. McDougle, M.D.
CMCDOUGLE@PARTNERS.ORG
(781) 860-1700

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