Diagnosis and Assessment of Autism Spectrum Disorder in South Korea.

ABSTRACT: Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is diagnosed by the clinical decision of a trained professional based on the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual for Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition or International Classification of Diseases 11th Revision diagnostic criteria. To obtain information for diagnostic formulation, professionals should explore detailed developmental history, and can use structured or semi-structured assessment tools to observe interaction between the child and parents or strangers. Diagnostic assessment should include a profile of the strength and weaknesses of the individual and should be conducted using an optimal approach by a multidisciplinary team with appropriate techniques and experience. Assessment of language, cognitive, neuropsychological, and adaptive functioning should b

SUBMITTER: Kim JI 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10774553 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature