Autism Spectrum Disorder

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is the name for a group of developmental disorders. ASD includes a wide range, “a spectrum,” of symptoms, skills, and levels of disability. People with Autism (ASD) often have some of these characteristics: ongoing social problems such as difficulty communicating and interacting with others, repetitive behaviors, and limited interests or activities. Most of these symptoms are typically recognized in the first two years of life. These Autistic symptoms hurt the individual’s ability to function socially, at school or work, or in other areas of life.

Some individuals with Autism are mildly impaired by their symptoms, while others are severely disabled. This is why Autism has been changed to being on a spectrum of severity because it can vary so much from individual to individual. Treatments and services for individuals with Autism can improve a person’s symptoms and ability to function. Families with concerns should talk to their pediatrician about what they’ve observed and the possibility of ASD screening. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) around 1 in 68 children has been identified with some form of Autism.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Diagnosis

RCBM offers diagnostic screening (behavioral rating scales) to screen for ASD symptoms. Often, screening for symptoms of ASD along with a clinical interview can be valuable information for treatment planning and goal setting. If the clinician believes that the screening results may be indicative of ASD, and a formal medical diagnosis is needed, a referral for a full ASD evaluation will be made.  

*Please note that we are unable to complete full ASD evaluations at this time.

Yvonne Stumpf, MSN, RN, CS, NP explains Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and our services at RCBM.

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Autism Spectrum Disorder Professionals

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