Brain Sciences, Vol. 7, Pages 140: Self-Injury in Autism Spectrum Disorder and Intellectual Disability: Exploring the Role of Reactivity to Pain and Sensory Input

Brain Sciences, Vol. 7, Pages 140: Self-Injury in Autism Spectrum Disorder and Intellectual Disability: Exploring the Role of Reactivity to Pain and Sensory Input

Brain Sciences doi: 10.3390/brainsci7110140

Authors: Jane Summers Ali Shahrami Stefanie Cali Chantelle D'Mello Milena Kako Andjelka Palikucin-Reljin Melissa Savage Olivia Shaw Yona Lunsky

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.

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