Children with autism may benefit from being assessed for anxiety disorder with a validated screening tool.

Many people with autism suffer from anxiety. Children with Asperger's syndrome are even more likely to have anxiety than children with autism. Adults with autism often have increased stress, anxiety, panic attacks and fear of crowds. This review article describes the diagnosis and treatment of anxiety in people with autism and other developmental disabilities. The authors suggest that doctors questions parents about any signs of anxiety in their children with autism.