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Anger and Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Clinician’s Perspective
Psychology defines anger as a complex psychological phenomenon, a syndrome consisting of emotions, related thoughts, physiological reactions, and behavioral scripts or action tendencies that define the way in which the person acts when angry (e.g. Berkowitz & Harmon-Jones, 2004; Deffenbacher,...
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Parenting an Individual with Autism: A Roadmap
When a child is first diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder, his or her parents are confronted with an immense set of decisions. What do I do first? Where do I go? What can I worry about later? Sometimes, this can be overwhelming. In my experience, it is best to simplify the process as much as...
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For People on the Spectrum, There’s No Place Like the Medical Home
Home — it’s where we seek care, comfort and respite from the world outside. It’s the one place where we can count on others knowing and accepting us. It’s a not-so-new concept that is finally gaining momentum in medical circles. It’s called the Medical Home Model and it has more to do...
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Good Health For Life – Meeting the Medical Needs of People with Autism Spectrum Disorders
When Devon Kennedy was small, a visit to the dentist could induce an episode of panic. Having a cavity filled, while unpleasant for anyone, was for him, a nightmare. But his dentist, Chrystalla Orthodoxou, had confidence that Devon, who has an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), could come to terms...
