Autism assessment
for adolescents and young adults (12-24 years)
A formal autism (ASD) diagnosis is the next step if you or your child exhibits related symptoms. Many find this process helpful in the long run, although it can be emotionally taxing at the time. This assessment involves discussions with parents regarding developmental history, behavioural observations, screening questionnaires to rule out other conditions, parent diagnostic interviews (ADI-R), and an Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2). Our approach prioritises assessing the whole person, which is key to any proper ASD evaluation. The more background information we can get, the more accurate the diagnosis will be.
Please note that all Autism assessment require a Medical Evaluation Form from a GP, paediatrician, or psychiatrist before the assessment can start.
Face-to-face interactions*
1-3 hours clinical interview & administration
5 hours of psychometric testing & observation
1 hour feedback on assessment outcome
* The time frames above are only a general estimate, as less or more time may be needed for the assessments. Your psychologist will discuss what is needed for your individual circumstances.
Psychometric tests used*
Social Responsiveness Scale, 2nd Edition (SRS)
Autism Spectrum Rating Scales (ASRS)
Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, 2nd Edition (ADOS-2)
Autism Diagnostic Interview, Revised (ADI-R)
Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales, 3rd Edition (Vineland-3)
The Adaptive Behaviour Assessment System, 3rd Edition (ABAS-3)
Monteiro Interview Guidelines for Diagnosing Autism Spectrum, 2nd Edition (MIDGAS-2)
Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children, 5th Edition: Australian and New Zealand Standardised Edition (WISC-5)
* These tests are used by us regularly for diagnosis and may or may not be applicable in your individual circumstances. Your psychologist will discuss this with you in your first session.
Outcomes
Comprehensive diagnostic report
Feedback session to explain the findings and explore further support options
The Assessment process
Find out more about how the general assessment process works and what is involved at each step. Your psychologist will take you through this in your first session and based on your individual circumstances.
Get in touch now
Whether you’re ready to proceed or have questions, reach out to us first. Feel free to ask us anything about getting a diagnosis and if it’s appropriate for your situation.