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    1 out of 6 children are diagnosed with a developmental disorder and / or behavioral problem Approximately 1 in 150 are diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. Know the subtle differences between typical and atypical development Learn to recognize red flags Use validated screening tools and identify problems early. Recommendations in this document do not indicate an exclusive course of treatment or serve as a standard of medical care.

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    1 out of 6 children are diagnosed with a developmental disorder and / or behavioral problem Approximately 1 in 150 are diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. Know the subtle differences between typical and atypical development Learn to recognize red flags Use validated screening tools and identify problems early. Recommendations in this document do not indicate an exclusive course of treatment or serve as a standard of medical care.

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    1 out of 6 children are diagnosed with a developmental disorder and / or behavioral problem Approximately 1 in 150 are diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. Know the subtle differences between typical and atypical development Learn to recognize red flags Use validated screening tools and identify problems early. Recommendations in this document do not indicate an exclusive course of treatment or serve as a standard of medical care.

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    1 out of 6 children are diagnosed with a developmental disorder and / or behavioral problem Approximately 1 in 150 are diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. Know the subtle differences between typical and atypical development Learn to recognize red flags Use validated screening tools and identify problems early. Recommendations in this document do not indicate an exclusive course of treatment or serve as a standard of medical care.

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    A U T I S M A.L.A.R.M.

    Autism is prevalent Listen to parents


    1 out of 6 children are diagnosed with a developmental disorder and/or behavioral problem Approximately 1 in 150 children are diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder Developmental disorders have subtle signs and may be easily missed Early signs of autism are often present before 18 months Parents usually DO have concerns that something is wrong Parents generally DO give accurate and quality information When parents do not spontaneously raise concerns, ask if they have any

    Act early

    Make screening and surveillance an important part of your practice (as endorsed by the AAP) Know the subtle differences between typical and atypical development Learn to recognize red flags Use validated screening tools and identify problems early Improve the quality of life for children and their families through early and appropriate intervention

    Refer

    To Early Intervention or a local school program (do not wait for a diagnosis) To an autism specialist, or team of specialists, immediately for a definitive diagnosis To audiology and rule out a hearing impairment To local community resources for help and family support

    Monitor

    Schedule a follow-up appointment to discuss concerns more thoroughly Look for other conditions known to be associated with autism (eg, seizures, GI, sleep, behavior) Educate parents and provide them with up-to-date information Advocate for families with local early intervention programs, schools, respite care agencies, and insurance companies Continue surveillance and watch for additional or late signs of autism and/or other developmental disorders Continue to provide a medical home For More Information: www.medicalhomeinfo.org

    The recommendations in this document do not indicate an exclusive course of treatment or serve as a standard of medical care. Variations, taking into account individual circumstances, may be appropriate. August 2007

    This project is funded by a cooperative agreement between the American Academy of Pediatrics and the National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

    S URVEILLANCE AND S CREENING A LGORITHM: A UTISM S PECTRUM D ISORDERS ( A S D S)


    1a: Pediatric Patient at Preventive Care Visit

    2: Perform Surveillance Score 1 for Each Risk Factor: Sibling with ASD Parental Concern Other Caregiver Concern Pediatrician Concern Start

    Legend

    1b: Extra Visit for Autism-Related Concern, ASD Risk Factor, or Other Developmental/ Behavioral Concern

    Action/Process Decision

    Score = 2+

    3: What is the Score? Score = 1 3a: Is the Patient at Least 18-Months Old?

    Score = 0

    4: Is this an 18- or 24-Month Visit?

    Yes

    No

    No

    Yes 5c: Administer ASDSpecific Screening Tool

    5a: Evaluate SocialCommunication Skills

    5b: Administer ASDSpecific Screening Tool

    6a: Are the Results Positive or Concerning? No 7a: 1. Provide Parental Education 2. Schedule Extra Visit Within 1 Month 3. Re-enter Algorithm at 1b Yes Yes

    6b: Are the Results Positive or Concerning? No 7b: 1. Schedule Next Preventive Visit 2. Re-enter Algorithm at 1a

    8: 1. Provide Parental Education 2. Simultaneously Refer for: a. Comprehensive ASD Evaluation b. Early Intervention/Early Childhood Education Services c. Audiologic Evaluation 3. Schedule Follow-Up Visit 4. Re-enter Algorithm at 1b

    Reprinted from Pediatrics, November 2007. Identification and Evaluation of Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders. www.pediatrics.org Copyright 2007 by the American Academy of Pediatrics.

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