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Radez, Jerica; Crossland, Tom; Johns, Louise – British Journal of Learning Disabilities, 2023
Background: Psychogenic nonepileptic seizures (PNES) are attacks that often look like epileptic seizures (ES). Unlike ES, PNES are not triggered by underlying neurological factors. PNES are relatively rare in the general population; however, their prevalence in people with learning disabilities is much higher--up to 10%. Individuals with PNES and…
Descriptors: Adults, Learning Disabilities, Seizures, Behavior Modification
Monaghan, Rosemary; O'Dwyer, Máire; Luus, Retha; Mulryan, Niamh; McCallion, Philip; McCarron, Mary; Henman, Martin C. – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2021
Background: This study explored antiepileptic drug use, frequency of seizures, and the effect of psychotropic drugs with the potential to lower the seizure threshold in persons diagnosed with epilepsy and intellectual disability. Methods: Data for this study were drawn from Wave 3 of the Intellectual Disability Supplement to the Irish Longitudinal…
Descriptors: Drug Therapy, Seizures, Epilepsy, Intellectual Disability
Wise, Elizabeth A.; Smith, Marcia D.; Rabins, Peter V. – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2017
Little is known about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in persons over age 50. In a retrospective, naturalistic review of 74 individuals aged 30 and older meeting DSM-5 criteria for ASD, the point prevalence of behavioral and neuropsychiatric symptoms (BNPS) declined significantly for 12 of 13 BNPS over a mean of 25 years while many other features…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Incidence, Behavior Problems
Saqr, Youssra; Braun, Erika; Porter, Kyle; Barnette, Debra; Hanks, Christopher – Autism: The International Journal of Research and Practice, 2018
Little has been reported about how to improve health care access and delivery for adolescents and adults with autism spectrum disorder. To understand the contributions to the health disparities in the autism spectrum disorder population, we conducted two independent research approaches to learn about current medical needs. A retrospective chart…
Descriptors: Health Needs, Adolescents, Adults, Autism
Kiani, R.; Tyrer, F.; Jesu, A.; Bhaumik, S.; Gangavati, S.; Walker, G.; Kazmi, S.; Barrett, M. – Journal of Intellectual Disability Research, 2014
Background: People with intellectual disability (ID) and epilepsy are more likely to die prematurely than the general population. A significant number of deaths in people with epilepsy may be potentially preventable through better seizure control, regular monitoring and raising awareness among patients and carers. The aim of this project was to…
Descriptors: Death, Seizures, Epilepsy, Mental Retardation
Croen, Lisa A.; Zerbo, Ousseny; Qian, Yinge; Massolo, Maria L.; Rich, Steve; Sidney, Stephen; Kripke, Clarissa – Autism: The International Journal of Research and Practice, 2015
Compared to the general pediatric population, children with autism have higher rates of co-occurring medical and psychiatric illnesses, yet very little is known about the general health status of adults with autism. The objective of this study was to describe the frequency of psychiatric and medical conditions among a large, diverse, insured…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Comorbidity, Adults
Cox, C. R.; Clemson, L.; Stancliffe, R. J.; Durvasula, S.; Sherrington, C. – Journal of Intellectual Disability Research, 2010
Background: Falls among people with intellectual disability (ID) occur at a younger age than the general population and are a significant cause of injury and hospitalisation. There is very limited research investigating risk factors for falls among people with ID and none with people living outside of formal care arrangements, either independently…
Descriptors: Incidence, Mental Retardation, Injuries, Seizures
Matthews, T.; Weston, N.; Baxter, H.; Felce, D.; Kerr, M. – Journal of Intellectual Disability Research, 2008
Background: Although the elevated occurrence of epilepsy in people with intellectual disabilities (ID) is well recognized, the nature of seizures and their association with psychopathology and carer strain are less clearly understood. The aims were to determine the prevalence and features of epilepsy in a community-based population of adults with…
Descriptors: Place of Residence, Epilepsy, Mental Retardation, Seizures
Kerins, Gerard; Petrovic, Kimberly; Bruder, Mary Beth; Gruman, Cynthia – Down Syndrome Research and Practice, 2008
Background: We examined the presence of medical conditions and medication use within a sample of adults with Down syndrome. Methods: Retrospective chart review using a sample of 141 adults with Down syndrome and age range of 30 to 65 years. Results: We identify 23 categories of commonly occurring medical conditions and 24 categories of medications…
Descriptors: Dementia, Seizures, Down Syndrome, Drug Therapy
Bodfish, James W.; And Others – American Journal on Mental Retardation, 1997
Akathisia, a state of uncontrollable motor restlessness, is a side effect of neuroleptic treatment. The prevalence rate of akathisia in 94 adults with mental retardation was estimated to be 5% in neuroleptic-free subjects, 17% in neuroleptic-maintenance subjects, and 25% in neuroleptic-reduction subjects. Akathisia was also related to dyskinesia…
Descriptors: Adults, Drug Therapy, Incidence, Mental Retardation