Testing how well pediatricians spot autism in young children
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study compares an early autism opinion made by a community general pediatrician with a more detailed team assessment. It may help improve how families get autism evaluations sooner and more accurately.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be under 5 years 6 months
- You must be referred to a participating general pediatrician for concerns like speech delay, social/emotional concerns, or behavior/hyperactivity
- You must live in Ontario, Canada (travel help may be available if you live far from Toronto)
- Your child must NOT already have an autism (ASD) diagnosis
- For the autism-accuracy part, your child must have a development level of at least 36 months and use “flexible phrases” in speech
- Your child must not have already completed a virtual autism diagnostic assessment
Quick eligibility check
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