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Autism testing involves assessments by healthcare professionals to diagnose or rule out autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition marked by social challenges, communication difficulties, and repetitive behaviors. Testing helps identify these behaviors and determine if they meet the criteria for an autism diagnosis.
Early Support: Autism testing enables early intervention, helping address challenges and improve behavior, social skills, and communication.
Tailored Plans: Testing highlights individual strengths and needs, allowing for personalized support. Since autism varies widely, a customized approach is essential.
Access to Resources: A formal diagnosis opens doors to specialized services, educational support, and community resources, making life easier for families and individuals.
Better Quality of Life: Understanding autism through testing leads to improved outcomes and enhances the quality of life for those with autism and their families.
An autism evaluation is a comprehensive process that helps determine whether a child meets the criteria for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). It typically includes gathering information about your child’s development, social interactions, communication skills, and behavior patterns. Neuropsychologists and other professionals use standardized assessments, parent interviews, and direct observations to gain a complete picture.
Navigating this process can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. At Caliber Autism, we’ll guide you through each step and connect you with trusted neuropsychologists who specialize in autism evaluations. These professionals are trained in the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition (ADOS-2), which is regarded as the gold standard for autism testing. The ADOS-2, along with other assessments, helps provide a thorough and accurate diagnosis.
Once testing is complete, we’re here to support your child’s growth with personalized therapy services, including ABA therapy, occupational therapy, and social skills programs.
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Early signs of autism include delays in communicating with others including speech and gestures, not responding to one’s own name, getting upset over minor changes in routine, avoiding many forms of physical contact, and showing little interest in objects or people.
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) suggests that autism screenings should be part of standard 18 and 24-month well-child checkups. The National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities (NCBDD) recommends that all children be screened at 9, 18, and 24 or 30 months.
There are no medical tests, such as blood work or brain scans, for diagnosing Autism. An accurate medical diagnosis must be based on observation of the individual’s communication, social interaction, and their activities and interests.
To get tested for autism in Michigan, contact Caliber to schedule a consultation. Our team will guide you through the assessment process, ensuring a comprehensive and accurate diagnosis.
