Multi-component behavioural intervention reduces harmful sexual behaviour in a 17-year-old male with autism spectrum disorder: a case study

This case study describes the treatment of problem behaviour presented by a 17-year-old male with autism spectrum disorder. Persistent and serious problem behaviour (i.e. harmful sexual behaviour, aggression and absconding) led to the young person being detained in secure accommodation on four separate occasions prior to his current placement. This study describes how a multi-component behavioural intervention lasting 115 weeks was associated with the reduction of problem behaviour and the successful reintegration of the young person into mainstream education.