How to diagnose autism, the role of pharmacotherapy, and how to guide patients toward independence in adulthood.

Antipsychotics can be very effective for irritability in autism, but they are often unnecessary, and the side effects are truly problematic. Don’t be the prescriber who hears irritability in autism and immediately prescribes antipsychotics. There are usually multiple steps to try before using the FDA-approved antipsychotic medications.

Learn to identify sensory challenges to address these barriers to effective care in teens and adolescents.