The autism spectrum: definitions, assessment and diagnoses.
This article summarizes current research related to autism spectrum disorders. Current epidemiological trends, theories about aetiology, and relevant issues in assessment and diagnosis of autism spectrum disorders are discussed.
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Catherine
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University of Michigan Autism and Communication Disorders Center, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109, USA.
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Somer L
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D020817:Asperger Syndrome / Q000145:classification / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000453:epidemiology; D001321:Autistic Disorder / Q000145:classification / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000453:epidemiology; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011237:Predictive Value of Tests; D011569:Psychiatric Status Rating Scales; D012680:Sensitivity and Specificity