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ERIC Number: EJ673079
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2003
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ISSN: ISSN-0162-3257
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Use of Functional Analysis Methodology in the Evaluation of Medication Effects.
Crosland, Kimberly A.; Zarcone, Jennifer R.; Lindauer, Steven E.; Valdovinos, Maria G.; Zarcone, Troy J.; Hellings, Jessica A.; Schroeder, Stephen R.
Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, v33 n3 p271-79 Jun 2003
The atypical antipsychotic medication risperidone was evaluated using a double-blind, placebo-controlled design to treat destructive behavior in two males (ages 6 and 24) with autism. Destructive behavior during the demand condition was significantly reduced during the medication phases, whereas it continued to occur to obtain tangible items and attention. (Contains references.) (Author/CR)
Descriptors: Adult Education, Aggression, Autism, Behavior Disorders, Behavior Modification, Drug Therapy, Elementary Education, Evaluation Methods, Functional Behavioral Assessment, Outcomes of Treatment, Psychosis
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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