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Barton, Marianne L.; Dumont-Mathieu, Thyde; Fein, Deborah – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2012
The increasing prevalence of autism spectrum disorders as well as emerging evidence of the efficacy of early intervention has focused attention on the need for early identification of young children suspected of having an ASSD. Several studies have suggested that while parents report concerns early in development, it may be months before children…
Descriptors: Early Intervention, Autism, Disability Identification, Young Children
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McGrew, Susan G.; Peters, Brittany R.; Crittendon, Julie A.; Veenstra-VanderWeele, Jeremy – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2012
Genetic testing is recommended for patients with ASD; however specific recommendations vary by specialty. American Academy of Pediatrics and American Academy of Neurology guidelines recommend G-banded karyotype and Fragile X DNA. The American College of Medical Genetics recommends Chromosomal Microarray Analysis (CMA). We determined the yield of…
Descriptors: Autism, Seizures, Neurological Impairments, Patients
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Zeglam, Adel M.; Maouna, Ameena – Autism: The International Journal of Research and Practice, 2012
Background: Autism is a global disorder, but relatively little is known about its presentation and occurrence in many developing countries, including Libya. Aims: 1.) To estimate the prevalence of autistic spectrum disorders in children referred to Al-Khadra hospital (KH). 2.) To increase the awareness among pediatrician and primary health care…
Descriptors: Delayed Speech, Incidence, Autism, Language Impairments