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Title
Changes to the DSM Autism Diagnostic Criteria
Author
Leanne Tull
Summary
This online article describes the changes to the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5). It outlines the rationale for the changes, discusses the removal of Asperger's Disorder, and considers the possible impacts of the changes on rates of diagnoses.

The Association for Science in Autism Treatment (ASAT) is a not-for-profit organization of parents and professionals committed to improving the education, treatment, and care of people with autism. Their website states that the organization's goal is to "work toward adopting higher standards of accountability for the care, education and treatment of all individuals with autism."
Language
English
Subjects
Diagnosis & Assessment
Evaluating Research & Information
Publisher
Association for Science in Autism Treatment (ASAT)
DateModified
12/30/2022 7:36 PM EST