Diagnosing Autism Spectrum Disorder in Young Children: An Update.
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| Title: | Diagnosing Autism Spectrum Disorder in Young Children: An Update. |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Freeman, B. J., Cronin, Pegeen |
| Source: | Infants and Young Children. Jan 2002 14(3):1-10. |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 10 |
| Publication Date: | 2002 |
| Document Type: | Information Analyses Journal Articles |
| Descriptors: | Autism, Clinical Diagnosis, Diagnostic Tests, Early Identification, Evaluation Methods, Guidelines, Infants, Screening Tests, Symptoms (Individual Disorders), Young Children |
| ISSN: | 0896-3746 |
| Abstract: | This article reviews studies of early diagnosis of Autistic Spectrum Disorder. It discusses diagnostic criteria, reliability of early diagnosis, and the need for a comprehensive evaluation. Currently, there are no objective measures that can be used for accurate diagnosis, and the diagnosis remains clinical. Guidelines for evaluation are provided. (Contains references.) (Author/CR) |
| Journal Code: | CIJJUN2002 |
| Entry Date: | 2002 |
| Accession Number: | EJ639199 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | This article reviews studies of early diagnosis of Autistic Spectrum Disorder. It discusses diagnostic criteria, reliability of early diagnosis, and the need for a comprehensive evaluation. Currently, there are no objective measures that can be used for accurate diagnosis, and the diagnosis remains clinical. Guidelines for evaluation are provided. (Contains references.) (Author/CR) |
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| ISSN: | 0896-3746 |
