Sensitivity and Specificity of Proposed DSM-5 Diagnostic Criteria for Autism Spectrum Disorder

Submitted by cgold on January 11, 2013 - 12:19
Source: 
Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Link: 
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22449643
Date Published: 
April 2012
Abstract: 

"CONCLUSIONS: Proposed DSM-5 criteria could substantially alter the composition of the autism spectrum. Revised criteria improve specificity but exclude a substantial portion of cognitively able individuals and those with ASDs other than autistic disorder. A more stringent diagnostic rubric holds significant public health ramifications regarding service eligibility and compatibility of historical and future research."