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Autistic Disorder Symptoms in Rett Syndrome
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Wulffaert, Josette; Van Berckelaer-Onnes, Ina A.; Scholte, Evert M. – Autism: The International Journal of Research and Practice, 2009
According to the major classification systems it is not possible to diagnose a comorbid autistic disorder in persons with Rett syndrome. However, this is a controversial issue, and given the level of functioning of persons with Rett syndrome, the autistic disorder is expected to be present in a comparable proportion as in people with the same…
Descriptors: Check Lists, Severe Mental Retardation, Autism, Communication Disorders
Assessing Emotional and Behavioral Problems in Children with Intellectual Disability: Revisiting the Factor Structure of the Developmental Behaviour Checklist.
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Dekker, Marielle C.; Nunn, Russell J.; Einfeld, Stewart E.; Tonge, Bruce J.; Koot, Hans M. – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2002
Analysis of parent and teacher Developmental Behavior Checklist (DBC) ratings on a combined sample of 1,536 Dutch and Australian children (ages 3-22) with mild to profound intellectual disabilities produced five subscales: Disruptive/Antisocial, Self-Absorbed, Communication Disturbance, Anxiety, and Social Relating. Internal consistency of the…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Antisocial Behavior, Anxiety, Behavior Problems