Differential Diagnosis of Autism and Other Neurodevelopmental Disorders.

Pediatr Clin North Am

Intramural Research Program, Neurodevelopmental and Behavioral Phenotyping Service, National Institute of Mental Health, 10 Center Drive, Room 1C250, MSC 1255, Bethesda, MD 20892, USA. Electronic address:

Published: April 2024

This article discusses the diagnostic criteria for autism spectrum disorder (ASD), as well as other neurodevelopmental disorders that may be confused with or co-occur with ASD. Practitioners involved in diagnostic assessment of ASD must be well versed in the features that differentiate ASD from other conditions and be familiar with how co-occurring conditions may manifest in the context of ASD. ASD symptoms present differently across development, underscoring the need for training about typical developmental expectations for youth. Periodic reevaluations throughout development are also important because support needs for individuals with autism change over time.

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