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Richards, C.; Oliver, C.; Nelson, L.; Moss, J. – Journal of Intellectual Disability Research, 2012
Background: Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has been identified as a risk marker for self-injurious behaviour. In this study we aimed to describe the prevalence, topography and correlates of self-injury in individuals with ASD in contrast to individuals with Fragile X and Down syndromes and examine person characteristics associated with self-injury…
Descriptors: Genetic Disorders, Conceptual Tempo, Topography, Incidence
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Sloneem, J.; Arron, K.; Hall, S. S.; Oliver, C. – Journal of Intellectual Disability Research, 2009
Background: Self-injurious behaviour is commonly seen in Cornelia de Lange syndrome (CdLS). However, there has been limited research into the aetiology of self-injury in CdLS and whether environmental factors influence the behaviour. Methods: We observed the self-injury of 27 individuals with CdLS and 17 participants who did not have CdLS matched…
Descriptors: Mental Retardation, Injuries, Social Reinforcement, Genetic Disorders