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SLP 237:"Dr Tony Attwood – Understanding Autism Diagnostic Criteria and Why Girls often Overlooked
SLP 237:"Dr Tony Attwood – Understanding Autism Diagnostic Criteria and Why Girls often Overlooked
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Length:
45 minutes
Released:
Feb 19, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ ASD Criteria in DSM-5: Defines autism diagnostic requirements. ✅ Early Signs Vital: Symptoms must manifest in early childhood. ✅ Severity Levels Classified: Autism categorized into three severity levels. ✅ Comprehensive Assessment Essential: Evaluates communication, behavior, and sensory sensitivities. ✅ Co-occurring Conditions Frequent: Often accompanies ADHD, anxiety, OCD. ✅ Diagnostic Tools and Judgment: ADOS-2, ADI-R, and clinical insight. ✅ Girls' Diagnosis Often Missed: Masking leads to underdiagnosis in girls. Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below suelarkey.com.au/understanding-autism-diagnostic-criteria/ Join the Facebook group specifically for this podcast www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Join my Neurodiversity Network suelarkey.com.au/neurodiversity-network/ Follow my Instagram account for regular tips www.instagram.com/sue.larkey/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD, please visit my website below. elearning.suelarkey.com.au
Released:
Feb 19, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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