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Apr 25, 2024 · Adults have various options to get an autism diagnosis, such as self-assessment, online screeners, and professional evaluations. Discover your options here.
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May 16, 2024 · Developmental screening. Developmental screening takes a closer look at how your child is developing. Developmental screening is more formal than developmental monitoring. It is a regular part of some well-child visits even if there is not a known concern.
A primary care professional should be able to review your child’s development and conduct a short Autism screening. If that screening indicates that Autism might be a possibility, the doctor may diagnose your child if they have training, especially if Autism characteristics are clearly present.
Jan 25, 2024 · Screening tools are designed to help identify children who might have developmental delays. Screening tools can be specific to a disorder (e.g., autism) or an area (e.g., cognitive development, language, or gross motor skills), or they may be general, encompassing multiple areas of concern.
Feb 27, 2024 · The ADI-R is a clinical diagnostic instrument for assessing autism in children and adults. The instrument focuses on behavior in three main areas: reciprocal social interaction; communication and language; and restricted and repetitive, stereotyped interests and behaviors.
CAST provides care for patients aged 18-26 who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and transitioning from pediatric to adult care. Once established as a patient, CAST providers will provide long term primary care.
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Ohio State Behavioral Health offers diagnosis, treatment and support for those with autism, Asperger’s syndrome and PDD.