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Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders 2/2012

01-02-2012 | Original paper

Support for a Dimensional View of Autism Spectrum Disorders in Toddlers

Auteurs: Lisa D. Wiggins, Diana L. Robins, Lauren B. Adamson, Roger Bakeman, Christopher C. Henrich

Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders | Uitgave 2/2012

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Abstract

We examined whether clinically distinct subgroups can be derived from a sample of toddlers (n = 186) who failed the Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers, received a comprehensive clinical evaluation, and were diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Three subgroups emerged from cluster analysis distinguished by (a) social, communication, and intellectual skills and (b) the rate and intensity of repetitive behaviors and abnormal sensory response. Preoccupations, compulsions, and rituals did not distinguish resultant subgroups. These results support a dimensional diagnostic view of ASDs in toddlers since subgroup differences were based on symptom severity rather than different symptom profiles. Results also identify specific types and levels of behavioral deficit relevant to toddler populations. Implications for early diagnosis are discussed.
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Metagegevens
Titel
Support for a Dimensional View of Autism Spectrum Disorders in Toddlers
Auteurs
Lisa D. Wiggins
Diana L. Robins
Lauren B. Adamson
Roger Bakeman
Christopher C. Henrich
Publicatiedatum
01-02-2012
Uitgeverij
Springer US
Gepubliceerd in
Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders / Uitgave 2/2012
Print ISSN: 0162-3257
Elektronisch ISSN: 1573-3432
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-011-1230-0

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