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Brief Report: Screening Tool for Autism in Two-Year-Olds (STAT): Development and Preliminary Data.
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Stone, Wendy L.; Coonrod, Elaine E.; Ousley, Opal Y. – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2000
A study examined the validity of the Screening Tool for Autism in Two-Year-Olds (STAT) as a stage 2 screening instrument in a clinic-based sample of two-year-olds with autism (n=12) and with nonautistic developmental disorders (n=21). Results provide preliminary support for the utility of the STAT as an early screening of autism. (Contains…
Descriptors: Autism, Clinical Diagnosis, Disability Identification, Early Identification
Early Recognition of Children with Autism: A Study of First Birthday Home Videotapes.
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Osterling, Julie; Dawson, Geraldine – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 1994
Analysis of home videotapes of autistic and normally developing children's first-year birthday parties found that autistic children displayed fewer social and joint attention behaviors and more autistic symptoms. Four behaviors (pointing, showing objects, looking at others, and orienting to name) correctly classified 10 of 11 autistic children and…
Descriptors: Attention, Autism, Behavior Patterns, Disability Identification
Early Identification of and Intervention for Infants and Toddlers Who Are at Risk for Autism Spectrum Disorder.
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Woods, Juliann J.; Wetherby, Amy M. – Language, Speech, and Hearing Services in Schools, 2003
This article first reviews early social and communication indicators of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in infants and toddlers. It then reviews evidence-based intervention practices for children with ASD and identifies principles for providing intervention for infants and toddlers at risk for ASD. Issues addressed include providing intervention in…
Descriptors: Autism, Clinical Diagnosis, Disability Identification, Early Childhood Education
The Screening and Diagnosis of Autistic Spectrum Disorders.
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Filipek, Pauline A.; Accardo, Pasquale J.; Baranek, Grace T.; Cook, Edwin H., Jr.; Dawson, Geraldine; Gordon, Barry; Gravel, Judith S.; Johnson, Chris P.; Kallen, Ronald J.; Levy, Susan E.; Minshew, Nancy J.; Prizant, Barry M.; Rapin, Isabelle; Rogers, Sally J.; Stone, Wendy L.; Teplin, Stuart; Tuchman, Roberto F.; Volkmar, Fred R. – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 1999
This paper presents detailed recommendations for diagnosis of autism established by a multidisciplinary panel of the Child Neurology Society and the American Academy of Neurology. The paper offers dual-level (general development and specific symptoms) guidelines for diagnosis of autistic disorder, Asperger disorder, childhood disintegrative…
Descriptors: Autism, Clinical Diagnosis, Disability Identification, Early Identification
Screening and Surveillance for Autism Spectrum Disorder in Research and Practice.
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Charman, Tony – Early Child Development and Care, 2003
Asserts that although no instrument has proved sufficiently robust to recommend universal screening, screening instruments for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can play an important role. Discusses the clinical issues raised in screening for a developmental disorder, including risk status, management advice, and availability of services. Asserts…
Descriptors: Autism, Developmental Disabilities, Disability Identification, Early Identification
High Functioning Autism.
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Reed, Vicki – 1996
This paper reviews the characteristics and needs of students with high functioning autism. First, it lists 18 common characteristics of autism, then it stresses that autism is defined by the general pattern of characteristics. Next, it discusses how people with high functioning autism differ from those with autism. These differences include higher…
Descriptors: Autism, Clinical Diagnosis, Definitions, Developmental Disabilities
Research on Screening and Diagnosis in Autism: A Work in Progress.
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Bristol-Power, Marie M.; Spinella, Giovanna – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 1999
This article summarizes results of a 1998 conference which reviewed research on screening and diagnosis of autism spectrum disorders and identifies promising areas of research especially the search for the ultimate diagnostic indicator, infant screening and diagnosis, the role of sensory-motor disorders, diagnosis of co-occurring disorders,…
Descriptors: Autism, Clinical Diagnosis, Disability Identification, Early Identification
Gilliam Autism Rating Scale (GARS).
Swift, Carol – Diagnostique, 1999
This article describes the Gillian Autism Rating Scale, an interview-based instrument designed to identify individuals ages 3-22 who are autistic and to assess persons referred for serious behavior problems. The test accesses stereotyped behaviors, communication, social interaction, and developmental disturbances. Its administration,…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Autism, Behavior Disorders, Behavior Rating Scales