Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition.
ADOS-2
- What it measures
- autism spectrum - social affect and restricted/repetitive behaviours observed through standardized interactive activities; comparison score for severity
- Length and format
- 5 modules (Toddler + Modules 1-4 by language level); standardized activities coded on multiple items. semi-structured, standardized observational activities coded by a trained examiner; algorithm classification + calibrated severity score (observational/coding system)
- Language versions
- official translations in many languages (ES, FR, DE, IT, NL, ZH, JA and more); internationally standard
- Normative data
- No normative data held in our reference library for this instrument. That is a statement about our library, not about the published literature.
- Licence
- copyrighted - commercial
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- Reference
- Lord, C., Rutter, M., DiLavore, P. C., Risi, S., Gotham, K., & Bishop, S. L. (2012). Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition (ADOS-2). Torrance, CA: Western Psychological Services.
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