Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ677112
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2003
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The Prevalence of Autistic Spectrum Disorders in People Using a Community Learning Disabilities Service.
Hare, Dougal Julian; Chapman, Melanie; Fraser, Janelle; Gore, Sarah; Burton, Mark
Journal of Learning Disabilities (United Kingdom), v7 n3 p267-81 Sep 2003
A survey of service providers for people with learning disabilities in the Manchester (England) region identified a total of 174 people with either a confirmed or a suspected autistic spectrum disorder. Discussion of current and historical factors in estimating incidence suggests that the usual 10% of service users represents the lowest estimate of prevalence in this population. (Contains references.) (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Adult Education, Agencies, Autism, Foreign Countries, Incidence, Learning Disabilities, Mental Retardation, Surveys
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: United Kingdom (Manchester)
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