ASD validity

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
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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