Sensory Processing and Aggressive Behavior in Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Boogert, Frank van den; Sizoo, Bram; Spaan, Pascalle; Tolstra, Sharon; Bouman, Yvonne H. A.; Hoogendijk, Witte J.G.; Roza, Sabine J.

doi:10.3390/brainsci11010095

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“…Post hoc analyses on CBCL subscores show significant correlations between sensory over-responsivity and aggressive behavior in the ASD group and trending significance in the DCD group. These relationships are consistent with a study by Mazurek et al [ 149 ] in which sensory problems were strongly associated with aggression in children and adolescents with ASD and may reflect the sympathetic response to sensory overload [ 150 ]. Although this has not been studied in DCD, children with SPD displayed more aggression towards others than typically developing peers in a study by Cosbey and colleagues [ 45 ].…”

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Sensory Modulation in Children with Developmental Coordination Disorder Compared to Autism Spectrum Disorder and Typically Developing Children

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Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) is one of the least studied and understood developmental disorders. One area that has been minimally investigated in DCD is potential issues with sensory modulation. Further, in other neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g., autism spectrum disorder (ASD)) sensory modulation is related to many other challenges (e.g., social issues, repetitive behaviors, anxiety); however, such potential relationships in children with DCD have been largely unexplored. The purpose of this study is to explore sensory modulation differences in DCD and to understand the relationships between sensory modulation and social emotional measures, behavior, and motor skills in DCD in comparison to ASD and typically developing (TD) peers. Participants (aged 8–17) and their caregivers (DCD, N = 26; ASD, N = 57; and TD, N = 53) completed behavioral and clinical measures. The results indicated that 31% of the DCD group showed sensory modulation difficulties, with the DCD group falling between the ASD and TD groups. In the DCD group, sensory modulation was significantly associated with anxiety, empathic concern, repetitive behaviors, and motor skills. Data are compared to patterns seen in ASD and TD groups and implications for interventions are discussed.

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Sensory Modulation in Children with Developmental Coordination Disorder Compared to Autism Spectrum Disorder and Typically Developing Children

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“…Physically aggressive behavior and difficulty regulating and communicating emotions are common in early childhood (e.g., having tantrums, mimicking aggressive acts), and subside as youth begin to understand behavioral expectations and consequences. Physically acting out may be amplified for young autistic children due possible delays and challenges such as communication and adaptive behavior difficulties, sensory sensitives, and health problems (Leader et al, 2020; Neuhaus et al, 2022; van den Boogert et al, 2021).…”

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Understanding aggression in autism across childhood: Comparisons with a non‐autistic sample

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As many as half of all autistic youth face challenges with aggression. And while research in this area is growing, the prevalence and characterization of aggressive behaviors across autistic development remains poorly understood. This lack of knowledge on the autistic experience is further clouded as aggression is rarely compared against non‐autistic youth samples. To address this gap in the literature, the present study compared autistic children (N = 450) to non‐autistic children (N = 432) on multiple caregiver‐report measures of aggressive behavior and associated constructs (i.e., anger, disruptive behavior) across key developmental periods (<6, 6–12, 13–17 years) via a cross‐sectional design. Outcomes indicated higher levels of verbal aggression and behavioral intensity for autistic youth across development. Further, autistic children under age 6 had more significant levels of physical aggression than non‐autistic peers; however, these levels became equal to non‐autistic peers as the youths aged. Implications for differences in the presence of aggressive behavior as well as possible treatment options for aggression are discussed.

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“…Some limitations of this study were that even though differences were demonstrated in sensory processing variables, the confounding effects of gender were limited. Lastly, there was no implication that the findings could be generalized to other clinically relevant populations [25].…”

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“…In another study by Boogert et al, 101 Dutch participants with ASD completed three types of questionnaires regarding sensory processing and aggression. The goal of this study was to determine whether there was a direct link between sensory processing and violent behavior in individuals with ASD [25]. The researchers found that difficulties in sensory processing were associated with more aggressive behavior (f 2 = 0.25), more proactive (f 2 = 0.19) and reactive aggression (f 2 = 0.27), more physical aggression (f 2 = 0.08), more verbal aggression (f 2 = 0.13), more anger (f 2 = 0.20), and more hostility (f 2 = 0.12).…”

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Quality of Life, Neurosensory Disorders and Co-Occurring Medical Conditions in Individuals on the Spectrum, with a Special Focus on Females Diagnosed with Autism: A Systematic Review

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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that has a high prevalence and a significant economic impact. Our knowledge regarding neurosensory disorders and co-occurring medical conditions in the ASD population is limited, particularly for autistic women. Most of the studies include male participants or do not make comparisons with their female counterparts. The objective of this systematic review article is to explore the quality of life as well as the prevalence of neurosensory disorders and co-occurring medical conditions in individuals on the spectrum, with a special focus on autistic females. The literature search was carried out in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) criteria. A protocol of this systematic review was designed a priori and was registered in the PROSPERO database (registration number: CRD42022330368). We concluded that numerous medical areas were of concern. Autistic females are more likely than their male counterparts with ASD to suffer from psychiatric conditions such as post-traumatic stress syndrome, depression, and eating disorders. They are also more likely to report GI-related disturbances and chronic pain. Further investigations are warranted to determine quality of life, as well as the prevalence and severity of neurosensory disorders in individuals with ASD, specifically studies comparing autistic females with their male counterparts. The information derived from these studies will help develop better support systems for individuals with autism, particularly females on the spectrum, in pursuit of improving their quality of life.

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Sensory Processing and Aggressive Behavior in Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Cited by 25 publications

References 38 publications

Sensory Modulation in Children with Developmental Coordination Disorder Compared to Autism Spectrum Disorder and Typically Developing Children

Sensory Modulation in Children with Developmental Coordination Disorder Compared to Autism Spectrum Disorder and Typically Developing Children

Understanding aggression in autism across childhood: Comparisons with a non‐autistic sample

Quality of Life, Neurosensory Disorders and Co-Occurring Medical Conditions in Individuals on the Spectrum, with a Special Focus on Females Diagnosed with Autism: A Systematic Review

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