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Matson, Johnny L.; Hattier, Megan A.; Williams, Lindsey W. – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2012
Although it is still unclear what causes autism spectrum disorders (ASDs), over time researchers and clinicians have become more precise with detecting and diagnosing ASD. Many diagnoses, however, are based on the criteria established within the "Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders" ("DSM"); thus, any change in these diagnostic…
Descriptors: Incidence, Autism, Mental Disorders, Criteria