I’ve been reading a lot about therapies and autism. I know there is strong indication that ABA, in the extremes, could be regarded as emotional mistreatment for autistic people.

I have been trying to find information about CBT applied to autistic children and adolescents, and have mostly come across neutral or positive articles and opinions. Granted, most of those are in publications that share similar views of ABA.

Is there a general consensus or impression on the use of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in the treatment of social issues (addiction, social isolation, …) on autistic children and adolescents?

I would appreciate any insight and/or links to articles, opinions, studies, etc.

Thanks!

  • SavvyWolf@pawb.socialEnglish
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    11 months ago

    I see a counselor who specialises in Aspergers, and he has suggested some things to help my anxiety that I think come from CBT (and they seem to work, albeit briefly).

    IMO, as far as I know it can work, but I think there needs to be a specific “autistic version” of some things.

    Or maybe that’s just a universal thing and CBT should be customised for each person regardless of their neurotype.