Group Cognitive Behavioural Treatment for Anxiety in Autistic Adolescents with Intellectual Disability: A Pilot and Feasibility Study.

Audrey Blakeley-Smith Allison T Meyer Richard E Boles Judy Reaven

Published in: Journal of applied research in intellectual disabilities : JARID (2021)

Results indicate that the CBT group was feasible and acceptable. Preliminary outcomes suggest that adolescent anxiety improved, although replication with a larger sample and comparison to a control group is needed.

Keyphrases

intellectual disability
young adults
autism spectrum disorder
physical activity
mental health
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adipose tissue
metabolic syndrome
insulin resistance
depressive symptoms
clinical evaluation