Importance Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), characterized by deficits in social
communication and the presence of restricted, repetitive behaviors or interests, is a …

OBJECTIVE. This study explored parents' perceptions about their child's appearance and
health and evaluated a tool to determine parents' visual perception of their child's weight …

Early detection of autism, a neurodevelopmental condition associated with challenges in
social communication, ensures timely access to intervention. Autism screening …

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by deficits
in social communication and the presence of restricted interests and repetitive behaviors …

Importance Universal early screening for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in primary care is
becoming increasingly common and is believed to be a pivotal step toward early treatment …

Executive summary Affecting about 78 million people worldwide, autism is a condition of
global importance because of its prevalence and the degree to which it can affect individuals …

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) refers to a lifelong condition that usually appears in late
infancy or early childhood, and is characterized by social and communication deficits that …

BACKGROUND: Universal screening is recommended to reduce the age of diagnosis for
autism spectrum disorder (ASD). However, there are insufficient data on children who …

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has captured the attention of scientists, clinicians and the
lay public because of its uncertain origins and striking and unexplained clinical …

Importance The Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers (M-CHAT) and the M-CHAT,
Revised With Follow-up (M-CHAT-R/F)—henceforth referred to as M-CHAT (-R/F)—are the …