Title |
Diagnosing Autism in Adults with Intellectual Disability: Validation of the DiBAS-R in an Independent Sample
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Published in |
Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, October 2017
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DOI | 10.1007/s10803-017-3336-5 |
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Authors |
Manuel Heinrich, Julia Böhm, Tanja Sappok |
Abstract |
The study assessed the diagnostic validity of the diagnostic behavioral assessment for autism spectrum disorders-revised (DiBAS-R; 19-item screening scale based on ratings by caregivers) in a clinical sample of 381 adults with ID. Analysis revealed a sensitivity of 0.82 and a specificity of 0.67 in the overall sample (70.3% agreement). Sensitivity (0.79) and specificity (0.84) were balanced in individuals with mild to moderate ID (83.3% agreement), while specificity was lower in individuals with severe to profound ID (sensitivity: 0.83, specificity: 0.34, 51% agreement). The level of ID as well as its interaction with ASD explained a significant proportion of the variance in the DiBAS-R scores. The DiBAS-R is an adequate screening tool, especially in individuals with mild to moderate ID. |
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