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The ADOS-2 is a gold-standard assessment used to diagnose autism spectrum disorders. In this chapter, we describe the design, scoring, and history of this measure as well as some of its clinical and research applications. The ADOS-2 is widely used and is appropriate for individuals across the lifespan, from children as young as 12 months through adulthood. A unique Comparison Score is available. With it, autism severity can be compared among individuals, or an individual’s symptom severity can be tracked over time. Of particular importance is the inclusion of a Toddler Module that allows for the diagnosis of children under the age of three, providing the opportunity for intervention to begin at an early age. The ADOS is used widely in autism research and is a valuable tool to differentiate groups of children.
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Hurwitz, S., Yirmiya, N. (2014). Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) and Its Uses in Research and Practice. In: Patel, V., Preedy, V., Martin, C. (eds) Comprehensive Guide to Autism. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4614-4788-7_16
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