Cri du Chat Syndrome Coexistent with Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Case Report

Firat S., Senor P. U., Aysev F. A. S.

PSYCHIATRY AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES, vol.8, no.2, pp.89-92, 2018 (ESCI) identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 8 Issue: 2
  • Publication Date: 2018
  • Doi Number: 10.5455/jmood.20180318080134
  • Journal Name: PSYCHIATRY AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES
  • Journal Indexes: Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI), TR DİZİN (ULAKBİM)
  • Page Numbers: pp.89-92
  • Keywords: Autism, cri du chat syndrome
  • Ankara University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Background: Cri du chat syndrome is characterized by significant impairment in expressive language skills, and impairment of the recipient language. This syndrome is caused by a deletion in the short arm of chromosome 5. Behavioral features associated with syndrome include hyperactivity, self-injurious, aggressive, and stereotyped behaviors. Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) is a serious neuropsychiatric disorder characterized by impairments in social interaction and communication, restricted and stereotyped behavioral patterns.