The Role of Developmental Histories in the Screening and Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Plotts, Cindy; Webber, Jo

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ERIC Number: EJ648782

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Publication Date: 2002

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The Role of Developmental Histories in the Screening and Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Plotts, Cindy; Webber, Jo

Assessment for Effective Intervention, v27 n1-2 p19-26 2001-2002

This article discusses the importance of obtaining developmental history in the screening and diagnosis of autism spectrum disorders in children. Steps for obtaining developmental history are described and general guidelines are provided. Instruments for collecting developmental history and diagnostic indicators for autism spectrum disorders are also addressed. (Contains references.) (CR)

Descriptors: Autism, Child Development, Children, Clinical Diagnosis, Data Collection, Developmental Stages, Diagnostic Tests, Evaluation Methods, Guidelines, Measures (Individuals), Screening Tests, Student Evaluation, Symptoms (Individual Disorders), Young Children

Publication Type: Information Analyses; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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Note: Special Issue: Assessment of Children and Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorders.