Autism (adult) assessments

Question 1

ADI-R (Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised)

Answer 1

Semi-structured interview of caregivers of individuals with autism
Administration time is 1.5-2.5 hours. Recommended by NICE for those with a learning disability

Question 2

ADOS-G (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule-Generic)

Answer 2

Semistructured assessment. Involves the use of observational schedules. Patients are engaged in specific activities and their behaviour observed. Recommended by NICE for those with a learning disability

Question 3

AAA (Adult Asperger Assessment)

Answer 3

A three part diagnostic instrument consisting of two screening instruments, the Autism-Spectrum Quotient (AQ) and the Empathy Quotient (EQ), and a clinician-conducted diagnostic questionnaire, the Adult Asperger Assessment (AAA)

Question 4

ASDI (Asperger Syndrome (and high-functioning autism) Diagnostic Interview

Answer 4

An investigator-based interview diagnostic developed specifically for the assessment of Asperger syndrome (AS) in children and adults. This brief structured interview consists of 20 items divided into six broader areas of behavior that may be indicative of AS