| Literature DB >> 26430169 |
Lonnie Zwaigenbaum1, Margaret L Bauman2, Deborah Fein3, Karen Pierce4, Timothy Buie5, Patricia A Davis6, Craig Newschaffer7, Diana L Robins7, Amy Wetherby8, Roula Choueiri9, Connie Kasari10, Wendy L Stone11, Nurit Yirmiya12, Annette Estes13, Robin L Hansen14, James C McPartland15, Marvin R Natowicz16, Alice Carter17, Doreen Granpeesheh18, Zoe Mailloux19, Susanne Smith Roley20, Sheldon Wagner21.
Abstract
This article reviews current evidence for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) screening based on peer-reviewed articles published to December 2013. Screening provides a standardized process to ensure that children are systematically monitored for early signs of ASD to promote earlier diagnosis. The current review indicates that screening in children aged 18 to 24 months can assist in early detection, consistent with current American Academy of Pediatrics' recommendations. We identify ASD-specific and broadband screening tools that have been evaluated in large community samples which show particular promise in terms of accurate classification and clinical utility. We also suggest strategies to help overcome challenges to implementing ASD screening in community practice, as well as priorities for future research.Entities:
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Year: 2015 PMID： 26430169 DOI： 10.1542/peds.2014-3667D
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Pediatrics ISSN： 0031-4005 Impact factor: 7.124