Waterhouse, L., London, E. and Gillberg, C. (2016) ASD validity. Review Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 3(4), pp. 302-329. (doi: 10.1007/s40489-016-0085-x)
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Abstract
ASD research is at an important crossroads. The ASD diagnosis is important for assigning a child to early behavioral intervention and explaining a child’s condition. But ASD research has not provided a diagnosis-specific medical treatment, or a consistent early predictor, or a unified life course. If the ASD diagnosis also lacks biological and construct validity, a shift away from studying ASD-defined samples would be warranted. Consequently, this paper reviews recent findings for the neurobiological validity of ASD, the construct validity of ASD diagnostic criteria, and the construct validity of ASD spectrum features. The findings reviewed indicate that the ASD diagnosis lacks biological and construct validity. The paper concludes with proposals for research going forward.
Item Type: | Articles |
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Status: | Published |
Refereed: | Yes |
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Gillberg, Professor Christopher |
Authors: | Waterhouse, L., London, E., and Gillberg, C. |
College/School: | College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Health & Wellbeing > Mental Health and Wellbeing |
Journal Name: | Review Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders |
Publisher: | Springer |
ISSN: | 2195-7177 |
Published Online: | 10 July 2016 |
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