Abstract
PurposeThe paper aims to provide an overview of the current situation with diagnosis and assessment in autism spectrum disorders (ASD).Design/methodology/approachThe paper is a review of literature combined with personal observation of practice.FindingsDiagnosis cannot be determined by any one tool. It is a clinical judgement. A solo experienced clinician can make a diagnosis. Wider assessment is needed post diagnosis and needs a team.Practical implicationsSpecialist multidisciplinary teams to assess people with ASD should be set up for adults as well as for children.Originality/valueThe paper is of value to those who are designing and providing diagnostic and assessment services. It provides a new review, covering a wider area.
Subject
Psychiatry and Mental health
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