Promoting Earlier Screening and Intervention in Pediatric Patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Systematic Review [paper]

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dc.contributor.advisorLittlefield, Amber D.
dc.contributor.authorTorres, Amber
dc.date.accessioned2023-11-30T16:57:14Z
dc.date.available2023-11-30T16:57:14Z
dc.date.issued2023-12
dc.description.abstractIntroduction: The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends routinely screening pediatric patients for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) at 18 and 24 months, however symptoms of ASD can present much earlier in development. The purpose of this review is to encourage prompt identification of symptoms for early screening and interventions. Methods: A search for primary research articles was performed utilizing articles published from 2015 – 2023. Ten studies were included in this review that discussed ASD screening practices and barriers to implementation. Results: Key findings in this systematic review include symptoms of ASD being present as early as six months in development, with early screening and interventions having a positive developmental impact in social and language skills. Earliest symptoms can include poor head control, lack of eye contact, and developmental regressions. Common barriers to screening contributing to a delayed diagnosis include use of clinical caution, missed diagnoses as another disorder, missed symptoms due to subtlety, and a lack of time and resources. The most sensitive screening tools available throughout the studies Mullen Scales of Early Learning, Vineland Adaptive Behavioral Scales, Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Autism Observation Scale for Infants, and the Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers. Discussion: There seems to be sufficient evidence that suggests initiating early screening of ASD before 18 months of age can promote better school age outcomes in children with ASD. Thus, providers must adopt more stringent screening practices, such as yearly screening if initial screening is negative but ASD is still suspected by parent or provider.
dc.description.departmentNursing
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dc.format.extent29 pages
dc.format.medium1 file (.pdf)
dc.identifier.citationTorres, A. (2023). Promoting earlier screening and intervention in pediatric patients with autism spectrum disorder: A systematic review [paper]. St. David's School of Nursing, Texas State University.
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/10877/17264
dc.language.isoen
dc.relationEarly Steps, Lasting Impact: Enhancing Autism Screening Guidelines for Early Interventions [poster], https://hdl.handle.net/10877/17265
dc.subjectAutism Spectrum Disorder
dc.subjectASD
dc.subjectautism screening
dc.subjectearly signs
dc.subjectearly intervention
dc.subjectdevelopmental milestones
dc.titlePromoting Earlier Screening and Intervention in Pediatric Patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Systematic Review [paper]
dc.typePaper

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