Name Test for Detecting Autism in Infants
The BBC is reporting that a simple name test for infants could predict autism. In a study researches found that 100% of a control group of children responded to their name. In a larger group of ‘at risk’ children, only 86% responded. The families were contacted again at 24 months and three quarters of the children who had failed the test at 12 months had developmental problems, mostly with autism.
Such simple and effective tests for autism are vital. Early and intensive treatment of autism makes a big impact on the long-term prospects. For more information see: Signs of Autism in Toddlers and Infants.
The full study on the name test appeared in the Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine: A Prospective Study of Response to Name in Infants at Risk for Autism.
Find Out More:
Books:
- Signs of Autism in Infants: Recognition and Early Intervention
- Concerta Side Effects
- Engaging Autism: Helping Children Relate, Communicate and Think with the DIR Floortime Approach
- Activity Schedules for Children With Autism: Teaching Independent Behavior (Topics in Autism) (Topics in Autism)
- My Friend with Autism: A Coloring Book for Peers and Siblings
April 3rd, 2007
Autism, Autism Tests & Diagnosis
Comments on: Name Test for Detecting Autism in Infants
I have a friend who’s two year don’t respond to her name , but will respond to her middle name. She spins like a top and often and has difficulty walking. sometimes the two year can be very aggressive. should she be tested for autism. She does not talk much.
Posted by: yvonne baxter April 19th, 2007 at 5:08 pm
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