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Bookmark or Share- Tests and Screening Options for Adult Autism Diagnosis - Psych CentralAdults have various options to get an autism diagnosis, such as self-assessment, online screeners, and professional evaluations. Discover your options here.
- First Concern to Action - Autism SpeaksYou can request an autism screening anytime from your doctor or your state’s Early Intervention program. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that all children get screened for autism at their 18- and 24-month exams – and whenever a parent or doctor has concerns.
- Clinical Screening for Autism Spectrum DisorderAll children should be screened specifically for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) during well-child doctor visits at 18 months and 24 months. Developmental screening can be done by a number of professionals in health care, community, and school settings.
- Clinical Testing and Diagnosis for Autism Spectrum DisorderTo meet diagnostic criteria for ASD according to DSM-5, a child must have persistent deficits in each of three areas of social communication and interaction (see A.1. through A.3. below) plus at least two of four types of restricted, repetitive behaviors (see B.1. through B.4. below).
- ASD Screening Tools | AAP Toolkits | American Academy of PediatricsA number of screening tools for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) have been developed and are commonly used. The Toolkit provides a list of links to tools for developmental surveillance and screening for use at the discretion of the health care professional.
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