A review of several studies concluded that psychotropic medication should not be a first response. This approach should only be used after non-pharmacological treatments fail. This is because the evidence on safety, efficacy, and dosage is few and far between.


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Situations must be assessed with a person centered approach that takes into account how a person responds to a specific psychotropic medication where the optimal dosage is not clear.


The Role of Clinicians in Prescribing Psychotropic Medications for Adults with Co-Occuring ID and ASD

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