Risk of Self-harm in Children and Adults With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Importance

Multiple studies have reported that people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are at a higher risk for self-injurious behavior and suicide. However, the magnitude of this association varies between studies.

Objective

To appraise the available epidemiologic studies on the risk of self-injurious behavior and suicidality among children and adults with ASD.

Data sources

PubMed, Embase, CINAHL, PsycINFO, and Web of Science were systematically searched for epidemiologic studies on the association between ASD and self-injurious behavior and suicidality. Databases were searched from year of inception to April through June 2020. No language, age, or date restrictions were applied.

Study selection

This systematic review and meta-analysis included studies with

SUBMITTER: Blanchard A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8527356 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature