Anxiety in Children and Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder
A clinically focused guide to understanding how anxiety presents
alongside autism spectrum disorder — and how evidence-based
assessment and treatment can be adapted to this population.
Treatment
Children & Adolescents
ASD + Anxiety
When Autism and Anxiety Overlap, Assessment Becomes More Complex
Anxiety can create substantial distress and functional impairment
in children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder,
beyond the challenges associated with ASD itself.
This book examines the scientific and clinical understanding of
ASD–anxiety comorbidity,
with particular attention to the ways anxiety may present differently
in autistic children and how those differences can complicate assessment.
The focus then moves from understanding the problem to
evidence-based assessment and treatment,
giving clinicians a practical framework for applying research to care.
Symptoms of anxiety may overlap with autism-related behaviors,
communication differences, rigidity, sensory responses,
or changes in routine — making careful assessment especially important.
From Recognition to Evidence-Based Treatment
Explore the nature of anxiety in ASD and how the two conditions
may interact across development.
Understand the challenges of identifying anxiety when symptoms
overlap with autism-related characteristics.
Review empirically supported approaches to treating anxiety
in children and adolescents with ASD.
Consider how communication, developmental level, presentation,
and individual needs may affect treatment planning.
A Balanced Look at the Evidence
The book brings together scientific research and practical
clinical application, helping readers understand both what
the literature shows and how those findings can inform care.
Genetic & Biological Research
Review emerging evidence relevant to anxiety as a meaningful treatment target in ASD.
Psychological & Psychophysiological Findings
Understand how multiple lines of research contribute to the clinical picture.
Psychometric Assessment
Examine the measurement challenges involved in identifying anxiety accurately in ASD.
More Than a Review — A “How-To” Guide for Treatment
Designed for clinicians and other providers, the book emphasizes
practical application with specific treatment plans and strategies
for working with anxiety in autistic children and adolescents.
Beyond the Most Studied Populations
Later chapters look toward future directions in anxiety research
and clinical practice, including populations that may require
additional adaptation in assessment and treatment.
Navigate the Clinical Questions That Matter
For Professionals Working With Autistic Children & Adolescents
A clinically oriented resource for professionals seeking a deeper,
evidence-based understanding of anxiety assessment and treatment in ASD.
Understand Anxiety in ASD With Greater Clinical Precision
Explore evidence-based assessment, ASD-specific anxiety presentations,
clinically applied treatment strategies, and emerging directions
for children, adolescents, adults, and minimally verbal individuals.
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