Background Autistic adults have high risk of mental ill-health and some available
interventions have been associated with increased psychiatric diagnoses. Understanding …

This paper provides information about the prevalence and topography of self-injurious
behavior in children and adults with autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disability …

Aim To compare the oral health status of children and adolescents affected by intellectual
disabilities with their unaffected counterparts. Method Citations published in English were …

On average, 49–63% of people with intellectual disabilities and/or autism spectrum disorder
(ASD) are prescribed psychotropic medications to treat psychopathology, including …

Individuals with intellectual disabilities (ID) are at a higher risk of develo** problem
behaviour (PB). The prevalence varies from study to study depending on the definition of PB …

Background Systematic reviews are important in evaluating evidence concerning the health
of people with intellectual disabilities. This study conducts a systematic review to identify …

Background Dental caries and periodontal diseases are the most common oral diseases
among human beings. Individuals with intellectual disabilities (IDs) have poor oral health …

Background People with intellectual disabilities (ID) typically have poorer oral health. Oral
diseases have a microbiological origin, and thus, dental plaque control (DPC) is key to …

Aggressive behavior is common in individuals with intellectual and developmental
disabilities (IDDs), and it is most often targeted for intervention. Psychological, contextual …

Background Self-injurious behaviours (SIB) are repetitive, non-accidental movements that
result in physical damage inflicted upon oneself, without suicidal intent. SIB are prevalent …