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Factor Analysis of the Autism Spectrum Screening Questionnaire
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Posserud, Britt; Lundervold, Astri J.; Steijnen, Maaike C.; Verhoeven, Sophie; Stormark, Kjell Morten; Gillberg, Christopher – Autism: The International Journal of Research and Practice, 2008
The present study investigated the factor structure of parent and teacher Autism Spectrum Screening Questionnaire (ASSQ) in a population of 7-9 years old children. For validation purposes, factors derived were correlated with results on the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ). A three-factor solution was identified on both parent and…
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, Autism, Asperger Syndrome, Factor Structure
The Rett Syndrome Complex: Communicative Functions in Relation to Developmental Level and Autistic Features.
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Sandberg, Annika Dahlgren; Ehlers, Stephan; Hagberg, Bengt; Gillberg, Christopher – Autism: The International Journal of Research and Practice, 2000
Communicative functions, overall developmental level, and autistic features were studied in eight females (ages 11-36) with Rett Syndrome. Low levels of communicative abilities and overall functioning were demonstrated, and joint attention behaviors and expression of communicative intent were rare. Six subjects, however, showed clear examples of…
Descriptors: Adults, Autism, Children, Communication Skills