The treatment of epilepsy in autism

J Autism Dev Disord. 1991 Mar;21(1):61-77. doi: 10.1007/BF02206998.

Abstract

Autism is associated with epilepsy. One third of the population of people with autism have developed seizures in early adult life. In spite of this well-known association, little is known about the treatment of epilepsy in autism. This paper reviews the sparse literature and reports a systematic case-record study of the treatment of epilepsy in autism. Some practical guidelines for clinicians are provided. Research in the field of epilepsy in autism is highly warranted.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Anticonvulsants / therapeutic use*
  • Autistic Disorder / complications
  • Autistic Disorder / diagnosis
  • Autistic Disorder / drug therapy*
  • Autistic Disorder / psychology
  • Child
  • Electroencephalography / drug effects
  • Epilepsy / complications
  • Epilepsy / diagnosis
  • Epilepsy / drug therapy*
  • Epilepsy / psychology
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Psychiatric Status Rating Scales

Substances

  • Anticonvulsants