Diagnosis and assessment of autistic spectrum disorders
Autistic Spectrum Disorders: Educational and Clinical Interventions
ISBN: 978-0-76230-818-7, eISBN: 978-1-84950-120-0
Publication date: 8 November 2001
Abstract
Because language deficits are often present among individuals with pervasive developmental disorders, evaluation of language abilities is an essential part of a comprehensive assessment. According to Wetherby, Prizant, and Schuler (2000), assessment of language skills for persons with autistic spectrum disorders must focus on three broad areas of concern: linguistics, social and emotional communication, and language-related cognitive functions. Linguistic evaluation includes assessment of both expressive and receptive language. Examination of social and emotional communication must assess reciprocity of social interaction, understanding and expression of emotion, and regulatory strategies to manage emotional arousal. Finally, evaluation of language-related cognitive domains must include an assessment of the use of symbolic representations and imitation (Wetherby et al.).
Citation
Deisinger, J.A. (2001), "Diagnosis and assessment of autistic spectrum disorders", Wahlberg, T., Obiakor, F., Burkhardt, S. and Rotatori, A.F. (Ed.) Autistic Spectrum Disorders: Educational and Clinical Interventions (Advances in Special Education, Vol. 14), Emerald Group Publishing Limited, Leeds, pp. 181-209. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0270-4013(01)80013-1
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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