A comprehensive, consultant-led multidisciplinary autism assessment for children and young people aged 3–16.
relevant information is gathered from home and the educational setting.
a detailed developmental interview, including ADI-R, with Dr Siddiqui.
undertaken by an experienced Speech and Language Therapist as part of the multidisciplinary autism assessment.
included when clinically appropriate to understand the child's developmental profile.
parent information, school/nursery information, ADI-R, ADOS-2 and clinical assessment are considered together.
findings and the diagnostic conclusion are explained; this can usually be provided online.
summarising the assessment, conclusion, strengths, difficulties and practical recommendations.
Includes the full assessment pathway, multidisciplinary review, feedback and written report.
The purpose of the assessment is to determine whether your child meets the diagnostic criteria for autism. An assessment does not guarantee an autism diagnosis. The conclusion is based on all the information gathered during the assessment and the multidisciplinary clinical review.
Communication & Social Interaction — differences in back-and-forth conversation, understanding social situations, friendships or the way a child communicates and interacts.
Routines, Interests & Behaviour — focused interests, preference for routines, difficulty with change, or repetitive movements and behaviours.
Sensory Differences — differences in responses to sound, light, touch, smell, textures or foods, or sensory-seeking behaviours.
Everyday Life — differences may become more noticeable at nursery or school, in social situations, during changes, or as expectations increase.
An assessment may be helpful when developmental or behavioural differences are affecting everyday life, or when concerns have been raised by parents, school, nursery or professionals. Assessment can help clarify the child’s profile, strengths and support needs.
Reading Autism & ADHD Clinic
Melrose Surgery
2–4 Alexandra Road
Reading
RG1 5PE
Telephone: [space reserved; number to be added later]
Reading Autism & ADHD Clinic
Melrose Surgery, 2–4 Alexandra Road, Reading, RG1 5PE
[Telephone number to be added]
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