%0 Journal Article
%T Self-injury in autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disability: exploring the role of reactivity to pain and sensory input
%J Brain sciences
%D 2017
%A Summers, Jane
%A Shahrami, Ali
%A Cali, Stefanie
%A D'Mello, Chantelle
%A Kako, Milena
%A Palikucin-Reljin, Andjelka
%A Savage, Melissa
%A Shaw, Olivia
%A Lunsky, Yona
%V 7
%N 11
%P e7110140-e7110140
%X This paper provides information about the prevalence and topography of self-injurious behavior in children and adults with autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disability. Dominant models regarding the etiology of self-injury in this population are reviewed, with a focus on the role of reactivity to pain and sensory input. Neuroimaging studies are presented and suggestions are offered for future research.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>
%G en
%I Switzerland Molecular Diversity Preservation International (MDPI) AG
%@ 2076-3425
%U http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/brainsci7110140