Citation

Yamada S. Nippon Rinsho 2007; 65(3): 522-526.

Affiliation

Tokyo Metropolitan Umegaoka Hospital.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2007, Nippon Rinsho)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

17354570

Abstract

Asperger syndrome is associated with various dysfunctional and problematic behaviors, in addition to the core features of communication and social skills dysfunction that define these conditions. Although there is currently no pharmacologic cure for the core features of Asperger syndrome. This article discusses the various medications for the behavioral symptoms of Asperger syndrome, which include hyperactivity, aggression, tantrums, self-injury, depression, obsession and so on. Methylphenidate, SSRIs, atypical antipsychotics and mood stabilizer were introduced.

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