Assessments

Autism Screening

Various screening tools are used to assess and identify potential signs of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The most common one’s are

Indian Scale for Assessment of Autism (ISAA):
Age Range: Developed for individuals aged 2 to 18 years.
Description: ISAA is an indigenous screening tool developed in India. It assesses social, communicative, and behavioral aspects associated with autism.

Childhood Autism Rating Scale (CARS):
Age Range: Applicable for individuals of all ages.
Description: CARS is a clinician-administered rating scale that assesses behaviors associated with autism. It involves direct observation and interaction with the individual.

Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers (M-CHAT):
Age Range: Primarily used for toddlers aged 16 to 30 months.
Description: M-CHAT is a parent-report questionnaire that assesses early signs of autism in toddlers. It is widely used for its simplicity and effectiveness.

Social Communication Questionnaire (SCQ):
Age Range: Used for individuals aged 4 years and older.
Description: SCQ is a parent or teacher questionnaire that assesses social communication skills and repetitive behaviors. It is based on the Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADI-R).

Autism Spectrum Rating Scales (ASRS):
Age Range: Applicable for individuals aged 2 to 18 years.
Description: ASRS is a tool that assesses social, communication, and behavioral characteristics associated with ASD. It includes parent and teacher rating scales.

Screening Tool for Autism in Two-Year-Olds (STAT):
Age Range: Designed for toddlers aged 24 to 36 months.
Description: STAT is a direct observation tool involving an interactive play session to assess social communication skills in young children.

It’s important to note that while these tools are used for screening purposes, a comprehensive diagnostic evaluation is usually required for a formal diagnosis of autism. Qualified healthcare professionals, psychologists, and special educators are typically involved in the assessment and diagnosis of autism.

 

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