In-home Tele-assessment for Autism in Toddlers: Validity, Reliability, and Caregiver Satisfaction with the TELE-ASD-PEDS.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This study focused on in-home use of a tele-assessment tool for autism diagnosis in young children, the TELE-ASD-PEDS (TAP). Psychometric properties, caregiver experiences, and perceptions of feasibility were examined among families likely to experience barriers to in-person evaluation.

Methods

One hundred eighty-two children between 18 and 42 months of age were recruited because of positive screening, primary care concerns, or early intervention referral. All participants completed initial tele-assessment including the TAP. Approximately 2 weeks later, a second visit was conducted: 92 were randomized to a repeat TAP administration by telehealth and 90 were randomized to an in-person evaluation. Caregivers completed surveys regarding challenges with technology and

SUBMITTER: Gangi DN 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12169857 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature