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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

Released Monday, 19th February 2024
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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

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

Monday, 19th February 2024
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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.

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