The making of a field: the development of comorbid psychopathology research for persons with intellectual disabilities and autism

Authors

Johnny L. Matson, Department of Psychology, Louisiana State University, 236 Audubon Hall, Baton Rouge, LA 70803, United States. Electronic address: johnmatson@aol.com.
Lindsey W. Williams

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

1-1-2014

Abstract

Knowledge in the area of developmental disabilities has been expanding rapidly. One area that has received particular attention is the topic of related comorbid conditions. This phenomenon is not exclusive to the field of developmental disabilities. However, research with this population is of recent origin. The purpose of this paper is to review the origins of this field including some of the notable developments and potential future trends.

Publication Source (Journal or Book title)

Research in developmental disabilities

First Page

234

Last Page

8

Recommended Citation

Matson, J. L., & Williams, L. W. (2014). The making of a field: the development of comorbid psychopathology research for persons with intellectual disabilities and autism. Research in developmental disabilities, 35 (1), 234-8. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ridd.2013.09.043