The Effects of Risperidone on Cognition in People With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Systematic Review

This systematic review examines how risperidone, an antipsychotic medication, affects cognitive function in autistic individuals, building on evidence that it effectively treats both core and non-core ASD symptoms. The review evaluates safety, efficacy, and tolerability across multiple validated behavioral assessment scales, noting weight gain as a common but typically mild side effect.