I thought we could have our own discussion about using medication to try and help manage some symptoms of Autism. Now some people without knowing more about this often sound off when they see this title medication and autism that there is no cure for autism. Now this is not about this. This is about a discussion for the treatment the management of some symptoms caused by autism for some autistics. This is about management and not a cure. I am aware that some people are not aware of any treatment that can help some autistics manage some symptoms of the condition and I think we need to have discussions past this as it does not appear to be the case for everyone.
I have read that Abilfy and RIsperdone are the only drugs that have been tested on autistics. For some autistics they have been useful in modifying behaviour and lessesning repetitive thinking and behaviour. There are of studies out there on this as well.
The Effects of Risperidone on Cognition in People With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Systematic Review - PMC
Medication Treatment for Autism
https://mentalhealth.bmj.com/content/9/1/6
In 2014 I was prescribed Risperdone for what it seemed autistic symptoms. I have to say it helped and after some time came of the medication.
In 2022 I was again prescribed Risperdone for the same thing but this time I was diagnosed as an autistic. The medication again appeared to help me get a control of repetitive thinking. I had to come of it though as I got side effects. I was switched to Seroquel by my consultant which was used to treat the same thing and I think it may have had some effect, but am not sure. It does help me to rest more at times.
I stopped it for a while and then restarted and am not sure what to do with it. My life has changed a lot in the last few years. I have wondered at times if the medication has helped me with the co condition also the repetitive elements that can come with that excessive pacing and excerising and thoughts.
I have wondered is it time to drop it or just keep on taking it.
Your experience?
I have read that Abilfy and RIsperdone are the only drugs that have been tested on autistics. For some autistics they have been useful in modifying behaviour and lessesning repetitive thinking and behaviour. There are of studies out there on this as well.
The Effects of Risperidone on Cognition in People With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Systematic Review - PMC
Medication Treatment for Autism
https://mentalhealth.bmj.com/content/9/1/6
In 2014 I was prescribed Risperdone for what it seemed autistic symptoms. I have to say it helped and after some time came of the medication.
In 2022 I was again prescribed Risperdone for the same thing but this time I was diagnosed as an autistic. The medication again appeared to help me get a control of repetitive thinking. I had to come of it though as I got side effects. I was switched to Seroquel by my consultant which was used to treat the same thing and I think it may have had some effect, but am not sure. It does help me to rest more at times.
I stopped it for a while and then restarted and am not sure what to do with it. My life has changed a lot in the last few years. I have wondered at times if the medication has helped me with the co condition also the repetitive elements that can come with that excessive pacing and excerising and thoughts.
I have wondered is it time to drop it or just keep on taking it.
Your experience?
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