Multistage screening process for neurodevelopmental disorders in siblings of children with autism: the FRATSA protocol study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The elevated rates of neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs) among siblings of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) raise concerns about their developmental monitoring and development. The main aim of this study is to assess the feasibility and acceptability of a standardised screening process on a large sample of siblings.

Methods and analysis

This prospective study will assess the feasibility of a selective and multi-stage screening process for NDD performed on 384 siblings of children with confirmed ASD. Stage 1 will consist of the screening of NDD performed using online parental questionnaires (Social Responsiveness Scale, IdentiDys scale, DCDQ, parental concerns) through a web platform. In cases of a positive result, the second stage, consisting of a c

SUBMITTER: Baghdadli A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9887699 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature