The ADOS Explained
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Dr Kristelle Hudry explains the ADOS (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule). The ADOS is a standardised, semi-structured observational assessment of features relevant to the diagnosis of ASDs. Alongside the Autism Diagnostic Interview – Revised (ADI-R), ADOS-2 is considered the gold-standard tool for diagnostic assessment, and can be used with individuals right across the lifespan and at all levels of ability through selection of the appropriate module. Copyright 2013 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions.
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