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Testing Children For Autism

By Jim Forgan, Ph.D., School Psychologist

Autism diagnoses American, Hispanic, and Asian children were identified diagnose Autism Spectrum Disorder. First, the child
continue to increase. than White children. Researchers agree that early must demonstrate deficits in social communication and
According to results from a identification and use of evidenced-based treatments lead social interaction across settings. Second, the child
recent Centers for Disease to the best outcomes for children with autism. must display restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior,
Control and Prevention We test children for autism starting at age 2. There is interests, or activities, currently or by history. Third, the
(CDC) funded study, the no one test or even a medical test or blood test to diagnose child’s symptoms must have started early. Fourth, there
autism prevalence was autism. In our practice we utilize the gold standard must be evidence of a significant impairment. Fifth,
that one in 36 children had assessment called the Autism Diagnostic Observation the symptoms must not be caused by another mental or
autism. For every one girl Schedule or ADOS, second edition. In addition, we use physical condition.
identified with autism, four caregiver interviews and tests of language, attention, If your child is diagnosed with autism, we recommend
boys were identified. For intelligence, and memory. you start with treatments identified by the National
the first time, more African- Five criteria should be met for a psychologist to Clearinghouse on Autism Evidence and Practice. These
are 28 evidenced-based practices that independent
research documented best help children with autism.
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I co-authored the book Parent’s Quick Start Guide to
Autism which provides a quick, but deep dive into what
to immediately do when your child is diagnosed with
autism. When it comes to helping your young child, time
is too precious to squander.
Call to discuss your child as we test for autism,
dyslexia, dysgraphia, attention-deficit hyperactivity
disorder (ADHD), depression, and anxiety. Visit
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