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Diagnosis
Setting off on the road to a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is not easy for anyone. Knowing what to expect can help make the process easier. In the Diagnosis section of the CAR Autism Roadmap™, you will learn:
- The early warning signs of ASD
- How to get a diagnosis
- How to access services (even before getting a formal medical diagnosis)
- How to share the diagnosis with friends, family, and even the impatient lady at the grocery store
The Diagnosis section of the CAR Autism Roadmap™ answers many questions you may have and may help you to prepare for the unexpected. Use the filter options on the left side of your screen below to narrow article selections by categories.
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Last updated on Jun 4, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
By: G. Keith Bartley Jr., Self-Advocate The term "autism" will rouse a range of emotions that is only exceeded in diversity and scope by the spectrum of individuals for whom it is diagnosed. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) now affects 1 in every 54...
Last updated on Jun 1, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
Are you wondering how to tell, and when to tell, your child about an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis? The answer is simple but probably one of the least favorite responses you will ever get from a professional. The answer is … it depends...
Last updated on May 29, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
When a child's language abilities (the ability to express oneself , understand spoken language, or both) are significantly lower than a child's intelligence and nonverbal abilities, the child may have a language-based disorder. While all children...
Last updated on May 29, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
For any high school senior, there may be few more stressful situations than applying to college. Figuring out what you like in a school, how far away you want to go, and what you might want to study are big decisions for most 17 or 18-year olds. Once...
Last updated on May 29, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
Some children on the autism spectrum have additional developmental, psychiatric, or medical diagnoses or conditions. These are sometime described as co-morbidities or co-morbid disorders. In other words, co-morbidities are additional conditions that...
Last updated on May 26, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
If you think that your child is not developing at the same rate or in the same way as most children his or her age, it is often a good idea to talk to your child’s pediatrician first. Explain your concerns. Tell the doctor what you have observed and...
Last updated on May 26, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
With so much focus placed on early diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), one area that is sometimes overlooked is the diagnosis of ASD in older children and adults. The reality is that many individuals with mild symptoms of ASD are able to...
Last updated on Jan 27, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
This is a multiple choice question: Your child received an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis…. What should you do? Go into a corner and cry. Put your head in the sand and do nothing. Immediately begin making phone calls for special services...
Last updated on Jan 27, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
There simply is no prescribed way "to feel" after receiving a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). A wide array of feelings and emotions are possible. Some parents/caretakers may feel relief at finally having a label on the condition that has...
Last updated on Jan 24, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
Written by a Self-Advocate, who wishes to remain anonymous How do individuals with autism advocate for themselves? The general definition of self-advocacy is to stand up for yourself by speaking up and asking for what you want. Everyone (not just...