Publications by authors named "Amanda N Hobson"
Am J Speech Lang Pathol
March 2022
Article Synopsis
- - This study explored caregiver satisfaction with telediagnostic assessments for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on its feasibility and acceptability.
- - Twelve families participated in the assessment, which included caregiver interviews and the TELE-ASD-PEDS tool, leading to generally positive feedback but a preference for in-person evaluations due to varying satisfaction levels with the telehealth platform.
- - While caregivers appreciated the convenience and expertise of teleassessments, they highlighted the need for improvements in diagnostic accuracy and information provision, indicating a mixed but overall favorable reception of telediagnostic methods.
J Dev Behav Pediatr
January 2021
Article Synopsis
- Many children with autism (about 50%) experience serious issues with tantrums, defiance, and aggression, indicating a need for better identification of these behaviors.
- The researchers developed the Disruptive Behavior Diagnostic Observation Schedule (DB-DOS) to help identify disruptive behaviors in children with autism, adapting it for varying cognitive and communication needs.
- Results showed that children displayed significantly more disruptive behaviors during the DB-DOS compared to the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS), suggesting that this new tool could improve diagnosis and treatment planning for behavioral issues in children with autism.*
