Keywords
Differential diagnosis
Challenges
Psychiatric comorbidities
Prevalence
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Abstract
Objective: To analyze the characteristics of the Prevalence of Psychiatric Comorbidities in ASD and the Main Challenges of Differential Diagnosis. Literature review: The coexistence of psychiatric comorbidities in patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is an area of considerable research and clinical concern, exhibiting significantly elevated prevalence rates. These rates vary depending on the population studied and the diagnostic method employed, underscoring the inherent complexity of the subject. Differential diagnosis thus becomes a crucial step for the implementation of effective and individualized treatment. Several studies have addressed the frequency of comorbidities such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Anxiety Disorders, and even Mood Disorders in patients with ASD, highlighting the need for a multidisciplinary approach to the clinical management of these individuals. Final considerations: In summary, the high incidence of psychiatric comorbidities in patients with ASD necessitates careful differential diagnosis and a more holistic treatment approach that considers the interaction between ASD and other concurrent psychiatric conditions.
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