Question 1

how can the ados (autism diagnostic observation schedule) help my daughter who was diagnosed w asd?

Accepted Answer

Only to clarify: The ados is designed to differentiate autistic disorders from other developmental disorders. If there is really a question of diagnosis, it can help. Once diagnosed, the score really doesn't do much for therapeutic planning. That should be done by an experienced therapist and and experienced educator.

Question 2

i need to know what is an autism assessment like?

Accepted Answer

Medical vs school: Evaluations by physicians include assessment of symptoms through interviews of child and parents and diagnostic laboratory tests to rule out other similarly presenting conditions like pku that would require different approaches to treatment.  School evaluations are by interdisciplinary teams of educational professionals. Reference: http://www.Autism-society.Org/about-autism/diagnosis/.

Question 3

can brigance assessment be used to children with autism?

Accepted Answer

Yes: See info below:  
autism developmental skills assessment - bridges educational corp
autism developmental skill assessment: the brigance : provides developmental age equivalencies based on the presence or absence of particular skills in comprehensive ...
www.bridgesaba.com/brigance.html - cached.

Question 4

can i get a autism assessment as a adult i have a hard time making eye contact and i don't understand social rules and i'm sensitive to loud noises?

Accepted Answer

: Please start with your primary care provider for an initial assessment and to ascertain if you may need to consult a specialist. You should do it at your earliest convenience. There is no reason to live with this doubt.
Wish you good health!

Question 5

assessments for autism spectrum disorders?  which places in the u.s. don't over-diagnose or under-diagnose?

Accepted Answer

See below.: If there are concerns regarding any developmental issue, first stop is at the pediatrician's for a full exam and history (including development). If the pediatrician agrees with your concern, the next step is with either a pediatric neurologist or developmental-behavioral specialist for further evaluation and management. As long as a complete eveluation is done, there's no need to travel elsewhere.

Question 6

what is a autism multi disaplinary assesment in child who's 5 , does this lead to dignosis thanks?

Accepted Answer

A multidisciplinary: Assessment might include input from  providers such as a psychiatrist, psychologist, counselor, speech/ language pathologist, occupational therapist, social worker, special education specialist or a developmental specialist. Yes, the purpose is to make a diagnosis ; to help determine the child's needs. Take care.

Question 7

31month boy not talkin morethan 10 sng word,normal hearin.assesment result:severe expressive delay no autism.born with vacum does it damage brain part?

Accepted Answer

Speech delay: Assuming there are no other problems, like gross motor or fine motor delay and no genetic disease, you need to see speech therapist to do extensive speech therapy. Vaccum assisted delivery is unlikley to dp any damage, unless there is brain bleeding occured shortly after using it

Question 8

if a child has mild autism, should they be placed in a normal classroom instead of a special one? will this help them to mentally develop at an appropriate rate?

Accepted Answer

Highly variable: Autism consists of a wide spectrum of disability.  Mildly autistic children can sometimes function and thrive in a streamline classroom, but each child's education program and support should be highly individualized by a team of school (teachers, psychologist, therapists) and pediatrician.

Question 9

any medicine for my 5 yr kid who has autism and still can't speak?

Accepted Answer

No Medicines fix it: Over the years a variety of medicines & diets have been studied in autism. None have provided any evidence based or predictable improvement although you can find glowing testimonials about a few. There are some medicines that physicians use to help with mood issues or aggressive behavior, but these only help manage symptoms.

Question 10

is this new evidence that mmr may cause autism after all? http://t.co/pkcuulr

Accepted Answer

No: No valid evidence has linked MMR to autism.  A study in a british medical journal by a dr.Wakefield drawing an oblique relationship of measles vaccine to autism was found to be fraudulent.  Dr. Wakefield misrepresented himself and his data.  Repeated studies subsequently have disproved any relationship of the MMR to autism.

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How can the ados (autism diagnostic observation schedule) help my daughter who was diagnosed w asd?

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Can brigance assessment be used to children with autism?

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Can i get a autism assessment as a adult i have a hard time making eye contact and i don't understand social rules and i'm sensitive to loud noises?

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Assessments for autism spectrum disorders? which places in the u.s. don't over-diagnose or under-diagnose?

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What is a autism multi disaplinary assesment in child who's 5 , does this lead to dignosis thanks?

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31month boy not talkin morethan 10 sng word,normal hearin.assesment result:severe expressive delay no autism.born with vacum does it damage brain part?

A member asked:

If a child has mild autism, should they be placed in a normal classroom instead of a special one? will this help them to mentally develop at an appropriate rate?

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Any medicine for my 5 yr kid who has autism and still can't speak?

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Is this new evidence that mmr may cause autism after all? http://t.co/pkcuulr

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