According to the California Department of Developmental Services (2002) and other governing bodies through the United States, what components should be included in a complete diagnostic evaluation to identify ASD?

What will be an ideal response?


Answers will include:
• areview of relevant background information
• parent/caregiver interview
• amedical evaluation
• behavior observations (across multiple contexts)
• cognitive and developmental assessment
• assessments of multiple domains of functioning and behavior
• adaptive functioning tests (personal and social self-sufficiency and problem-solving in real life situations)

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What will be an ideal response?

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