Symptoms of depression in autistic children and adolescents.

ABSTRACT: Depression is a frequently co-occurring condition in autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Notably, autistic individuals are approximately four times more likely to experience depression than the general population. Difficulties in emotion regulation, inhibitory control, and social skills, common in autistic individuals, are thought to contribute to increased risk and vulnerability to depression. The present study sought to examine the prevalence of depressive symptoms and its cognitive correlates in a sample of autistic and neurotypical (NT) children and adolescents (53 ASD and 43 NT). Data were collected using parent-report questionnaires that assessed depressive symptoms, executive functions, and social skills. Group differences and the relationship between depressive symptoms and cognitive m

SUBMITTER: Valles-Capetillo E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12745227 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature