Expert consensus regarding indicators of a traumatic reaction in autistic youth: a Delphi survey.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

It has been suggested that the sequelae of trauma are under-recognized in youth on the autism spectrum. We aimed to generate expert consensus regarding important trauma indicators, including but not limited to traumatic stress symptoms, in autistic youth.

Methods

We recruited 72 experts in autism and/or childhood trauma. Via a 2-round Delphi survey, experts commented on and rated the importance of 48 potential indicators, drawn from PTSD criteria and a broader literature on traumatic sequelae in autism. A revised list of 51 indicators, 18 clinical guidelines developed from expert comments, and summaries of expert qualifications and ratings from Round 1 were submitted to a second round (n = 66; 92% retention) of expert review and rating.

Results

Twenty-two in

SUBMITTER: Kerns CM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10368297 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature