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Title: Brief Report: Self-Reported Medication Use in Individuals Diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder in Adulthood: A U.S. Clinic Sample from 2012 to 2022.
Authors: Izuno-Garcia, A. K. (AUTHOR), Vanderburg, J. L. (AUTHOR), Pagán, A. F. (AUTHOR), Loveland, K. A. (AUTHOR)
Source: Journal of Autism & Developmental Disorders. Jun2026, Vol. 56 Issue 6, p2476-2480. 5p.
Subjects: Diagnosis of autism, Mental illness drug therapy, Self-evaluation, Questionnaires, Central nervous system stimulants, Retrospective studies, Descriptive statistics, Tranquilizing drugs, Antipsychotic agents, Antidepressants, Medical records, Acquisition of data, Asperger's syndrome, Clinics, Data analysis software, Psychiatric drugs, Nonprescription drugs, Anticonvulsants, Adults
Geographic Terms: United States
Abstract: Purpose: As the understanding of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) across the lifespan has increased, so has the number of individuals being identified with ASD for the first time in adulthood. Understanding co-occurring psychiatric conditions in this subset of the ASD population is a growing focus of research; however, little is known about the rate at which psychiatric medications are prescribed to adults with a first-time diagnosis of ASD. The purpose of this study was to examine self-reported medication use in persons diagnosed with ASD in adulthood in a clinic sample (2012–2022) in the United States. Methods: The present study was a retrospective record review. Participants (n = 281) were drawn from an outpatient clinic specializing in the diagnosis of ASD in adults. Participants self-reported previous and current psychiatric medication prescription using a medication checklist. Results: Approximately 50% of participants self-reported being prescribed at least one psychiatric medication at the time of their initial evaluation appointment. The most commonly prescribed psychiatric medications were antidepressants (23.8%), followed by stimulants (16.7%). Conclusion: Similar to individuals diagnosed with ASD in childhood, those identified with ASD for the first time in adulthood are prescribed psychiatric medication at a much higher rate than their same-age non-autistic peers. These results can inform future research and practice for improving outcomes for autistic adults, particularly those who were undiagnosed for much of their lives. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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