2024
Feasibility and preliminary efficacy of behavioral activation for treatment of depression in autistic adolescents.
Menezes M, Burroughs C, Pappagianopoulos J, Sadikova E, Fuhrmann E, Bohac G, Cross R, Witte L, Brinkmann G, Lemley R, Sukhodolsky D, Mazurek M. Feasibility and preliminary efficacy of behavioral activation for treatment of depression in autistic adolescents. Autism 2024, 13623613241252470. PMID: 38764234, DOI: 10.1177/13623613241252470.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchDepressive symptomsAutistic youthAutistic adolescentsEfficacy of behavioral activationTreatment of depressive symptomsYouth depressive symptomsTreatment of depressionAnxiety symptomsIntellectual disabilityBehavioral activationTherapy sessionsSocial skillsAutistic young peopleDepressionEfficacious treatmentPreliminary efficacySymptomsYouthAdolescentsQuality of lifePsychotherapyAnxietyYoung peopleDay-to-dayDisabilityAutism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Rutten M, Zhong J, Rolison M, Sukhodolsky D. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). 2024 DOI: 10.1016/b978-0-323-95702-1.00076-2.ChaptersAutism spectrum disorderSeverity of core symptomsIdentity-first languagePerson-first languageCore symptomsPsychiatric disordersRestricted interestsIntellectual disabilityRepetitive behaviorsSpectrum disorderSensory sensitivityNeurodevelopmental disordersSocial communicationAutismEnvironmental risk factorsAutism communityPharmacological interventionsDisordersAdvanced parental ageParental ageADHDAnxietyLanguagePhenotypic presentationDisability
2023
Aggression Is Associated With Social Adaptive Functioning in Children With ASD and Anxiety
Kalvin C, Jordan R, Rowley S, Weis A, Ibrahim K, Sukhodolsky D. Aggression Is Associated With Social Adaptive Functioning in Children With ASD and Anxiety. Focus On Autism And Other Developmental Disabilities 2023, 38: 168-176. PMID: 38469453, PMCID: PMC10927274, DOI: 10.1177/10883576231165265.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchAutism spectrum disorderSocial adaptive skillsAdaptive skillsSocial adaptiveAggressive behaviorSocial adaptive functioningSample of childrenAdaptive functioningASD diagnosisSpectrum disorderSocial functioningAge 8SkillsChildrenFunctioningAggressionAnxietyBehaviorParticipantsDisordersFindingsAdaptive
2022
Sex Differences and Similarities in Risk Factors of Physical Aggression in Adolescence
Henriksen M, Skrove M, Hoftun G, Lydersen S, Stover C, Kalvin C, Sukhodolsky D. Sex Differences and Similarities in Risk Factors of Physical Aggression in Adolescence. Journal Of Child And Family Studies 2022, 32: 1177-1191. DOI: 10.1007/s10826-022-02284-3.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchPhysical aggressionAttention problemsTrauma exposurePTSD symptomsTraumatic eventsSubstance useSex differencesAlcohol intoxicationSelf-esteem problemsMental health concernsConcurrent associationsUnique associationAggressionRisk factorsAdolescenceYoung-HUNT3Percent of girlsCurrent studyInteraction effectsAnxietyPercent of boysGirlsBoysLonelinessTotal sample
2021
Conducting CBT for Anxiety in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder During COVID-19 Pandemic
Kalvin CB, Jordan RP, Rowley SN, Weis A, Wood KS, Wood JJ, Ibrahim K, Sukhodolsky DG. Conducting CBT for Anxiety in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder During COVID-19 Pandemic. Journal Of Autism And Developmental Disorders 2021, 51: 4239-4247. PMID: 33385281, PMCID: PMC7775616, DOI: 10.1007/s10803-020-04845-1.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsCognitive behavioral therapyAutism spectrum disorderSpectrum disorderEngagement of childrenChild anxietyExposure exercisesTreatment fidelityCOVID-19 pandemicAnxietyTelehealth deliveryTreatment targetsChildrenRemote deliveryDisordersTreatment deliveryResearch protocolParentsQuarantine restrictionsEngagementPandemicNew reality
2020
Assessing Irritability in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder Using the Affective Reactivity Index
Kalvin CB, Gladstone TR, Jordan R, Rowley S, Marsh CL, Ibrahim K, Sukhodolsky DG. Assessing Irritability in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder Using the Affective Reactivity Index. Journal Of Autism And Developmental Disorders 2020, 51: 1496-1507. PMID: 32734421, PMCID: PMC7855357, DOI: 10.1007/s10803-020-04627-9.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
2019
Anxiety in 3- to 7-year-old children with autism spectrum disorder seeking treatment for disruptive behavior
Sukhodolsky DG, Lecavalier L, Johnson C, Smith T, Swiezy N, Bearss K, Kalvin CB, Scahill L. Anxiety in 3- to 7-year-old children with autism spectrum disorder seeking treatment for disruptive behavior. Autism 2019, 24: 400-410. PMID: 31390873, PMCID: PMC6982590, DOI: 10.1177/1362361319866561.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsAutism spectrum disorderSpectrum disorderAnxiety symptomsDisruptive behaviorParent-completed rating scaleOppositional defiant behaviorYoung childrenEarly Childhood InventorySchool-aged childrenAnxiety severity scoresChild psychiatric symptomsParent trainingDefiant behaviorOppositional behaviorBehavioral problemsSocial withdrawalPreschool childrenAnxietyIQSocial disabilityPsychiatric symptomsChildrenRating ScalePercent of childrenSignificant symptoms
2016
A Randomized Controlled Study of Cognitive–Behavioral Therapy for Posttraumatic Stress in Street Children in Mexico City
Shein‐Szydlo J, Sukhodolsky DG, Kon DS, Tejeda MM, Ramirez E, Ruchkin V. A Randomized Controlled Study of Cognitive–Behavioral Therapy for Posttraumatic Stress in Street Children in Mexico City. Journal Of Traumatic Stress 2016, 29: 406-414. PMID: 27602880, DOI: 10.1002/jts.22124.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsCognitive behavioral therapyPosttraumatic stressWaitlist conditionTrials of CBTMental health symptomsMaster's-level cliniciansStreet childrenWaitlist controlCBT groupCondition participantsHealth symptomsPosttreatment scoresEffect sizeAngerIndependent evaluatorsResidential facilitiesAnxietyChildrenParticipantsDepressionControlled StudyOutcome measures
2013
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Anxiety in Children With High-Functioning Autism: A Meta-analysis
Sukhodolsky DG, Bloch MH, Panza KE, Reichow B. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Anxiety in Children With High-Functioning Autism: A Meta-analysis. Pediatrics 2013, 132: e1341-e1350. PMID: 24167175, PMCID: PMC3813396, DOI: 10.1542/peds.2013-1193.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsCognitive behavioral therapyAutism spectrum disorderCo-occurring anxiety symptomsControl conditionSelf-reported anxietyAttention control conditionSample of childrenUsual control conditionFunctioning autismParent ratingsASD diagnosisBehavioral therapySpectrum disorderWaitlist controlAnxiety symptomsOverall effect sizeAnxietyClinician ratingsEffect sizeTreatment controlAdolescentsChildrenRatingsAutismTreatment changesExploring the Manifestations of Anxiety in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Hallett V, Lecavalier L, Sukhodolsky DG, Cipriano N, Aman MG, McCracken JT, McDougle CJ, Tierney E, King BH, Hollander E, Sikich L, Bregman J, Anagnostou E, Donnelly C, Katsovich L, Dukes K, Vitiello B, Gadow K, Scahill L. Exploring the Manifestations of Anxiety in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Journal Of Autism And Developmental Disorders 2013, 43: 2341-2352. PMID: 23400347, PMCID: PMC4038127, DOI: 10.1007/s10803-013-1775-1.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsLow-functioning childrenAutism spectrum disorderUnderstanding of anxietyManifestations of anxietySocial anxietyBehavioral measuresSeparation anxietySpectrum disorderAnxiety symptomsHigh anxietyGeneralized anxietyAnxiety ScaleSleep difficultiesVerbal expressionAnxietyHigher scoresIQDSM-IVChildrenItemsASDWorryLanguageASDsDisorders
2007
Parent-Rated Anxiety Symptoms in Children with Pervasive Developmental Disorders: Frequency and Association with Core Autism Symptoms and Cognitive Functioning
Sukhodolsky DG, Scahill L, Gadow KD, Arnold LE, Aman MG, McDougle CJ, McCracken JT, Tierney E, Williams White S, Lecavalier L, Vitiello B. Parent-Rated Anxiety Symptoms in Children with Pervasive Developmental Disorders: Frequency and Association with Core Autism Symptoms and Cognitive Functioning. Research On Child And Adolescent Psychopathology 2007, 36: 117-128. PMID: 17674186, DOI: 10.1007/s10802-007-9165-9.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAdolescentAggressionAntipsychotic AgentsAnxietyAsperger SyndromeAttention Deficit Disorder with HyperactivityAutistic DisorderCentral Nervous System StimulantsChildChild Development Disorders, PervasiveChild, PreschoolCognition DisordersComorbidityCross-Over StudiesDouble-Blind MethodFemaleHumansIntelligenceLanguage Development DisordersMaleMethylphenidatePersonality AssessmentRandomized Controlled Trials as TopicRisperidoneSocial BehaviorStereotyped BehaviorConceptsPervasive developmental disorderParent-rated anxiety symptomsAnxiety symptomsHigher IQCore symptomsDevelopmental disordersCore autism symptomsAdolescent Symptom InventoryFunctional language useMedication-free childrenSocial anxietyAutism symptomsCognitive functioningParent ratingsSocial reciprocityResultsForty-three percentProblem behaviorAnxiety disordersSymptom InventoryOverall impairmentAnxietyGreater impairmentLanguage useStereotyped behaviorIQ