Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Clinical terminology refers to autism as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Formally diagnosed under guidelines such as the DSM-5, ASD describes a neurodevelopmental profile characterized by persistent differences in social communication and interaction, alongside restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, or activities.
Clinical Diagnostic Criteria & Indicators
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Social-Communication: Differences in social-emotional reciprocity, non-verbal communication, and developing or maintaining relationships.
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Repetitive Patterns: Repetitive motor movements, insistence on sameness, highly restricted interests, and sensory hyper/hypo-reactivity.
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Early Onset: Symptoms must be present in the early developmental period, although they may not fully manifest until social demands exceed capacities.
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Functional Impact: The diagnosis aims to determine the level of support required (Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3).
Our Multidisciplinary Evaluation Framework
At eMbrace, our clinical psychologists, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists perform joint assessments. This gives a holistic view of the individual's cognitive, language, sensory, and motor profile rather than focusing purely on a diagnostic label.
Frequently Asked Questions
Autism is the identity and community-preferred term, while ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) is the formal medical classification used by clinicians and diagnostic manuals like the DSM-5.
A comprehensive ASD evaluation report includes clinical observations, standardized testing scores, family history analysis, sensory profiles, and a list of structured recommendations for home, school, and clinical support.
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