THE USE OF CANNABIDIOL (CBD) IN THE MANAGEMENT OF BEHAVIORAL SYMPTOMS OF AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER (ASD).

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Thays Machado Oliveira
Thays Nathyelle Rodrigues
Maria dos Remédios Mendes de Brito

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ASD is a neuropsychiatric condition characterized by deficits in social communication and restricted behavior patterns that can vary in severity and affect the individual's cognitive and emotional development. This study aims to evaluate, through an integrative literature review, the use of cannabidiol (CBD) in the management of behavioral symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). An integrative literature review was conducted in the Virtual Health Library (VHL), Scientific Electronic Library Online (SciELO), and PubMed databases, from 2020 to 2025, using the descriptors "cannabidiol," "ASD," and "symptoms." The study analyses converge on the positive effects of cannabis on ASD, focusing on symptom reduction and improving patients' quality of life. The analysis of the reviewed studies points to the promising use of CBD in the treatment of ASD, as it can be concluded that cannabis can contribute to a significant improvement in behavioral and social symptoms in affected individuals. The studies indicated a reduction in irritability, hyperactivity, anxiety, and repetitive and restrictive behaviors, as well as improved social interaction.

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Thays Nathyelle Rodrigues , UNI-CET

Thays Nathyelle Rodrigues da Silva e Sousa é acadêmica do curso de Farmácia pela UNICET. Tem interesse na área hospitalar, com foco em práticas farmacêuticas e assistência à saúde.

Maria dos Remédios Mendes de Brito, UNI-CET

Graduada em Farmácia pela Universidade Federal do Piauí (2012). Mestre em Ciências Farmacêuticas pela Universidade Federal do Piauí (2015). Atualmente é docente do curso de Farmácia da Faculdade de Tecnologia de Teresina (CET). CEO da Farmácia de Manipulação Fórmula Animal Teresina. Conselheira Regional pelo CRF-PI (2022-2025). Diretora Secretária-Geral pelo CRF-PI (2024-2025). Presidente da Comissão Assessora da Mulher pelo CRF-PI. Atua na área de Farmácia Magistral, Farmacognosia, Alimentos e Atenção Farmacêutica.