Autism and Down Syndrome Grant - RTOI - AUCD - CDC

2007

This study is conducting a population-based study of the prevalence of Autism Spectrum Disorders among children with Down Syndrome. All children with Down Syndrome born in the study catchment area (10 Front Range Colorado counties) between January 1, 1996 through December 31, 2003 will be identified by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment through the Special Needs Registry. All families with a child with Down Syndrome will receive an invitation to participate in this study. All families agreeing to participate will be administered the M-CHAT to screen the identified child. All families whose children screen positive will be offered an assessment to include ADOS, the Differential Abilities Scale, and the ADI (parent interview). The primary analysis will focus on assessing for Autism Spectrum Disorders in children with Down Syndrome in this population based sample. The measures collected will also permit a description of characteristics of this population of children with respect to issues that may impact the accuracy of the assessment for Autism Spectrum Disorders.

autism, Down Syndrome

Performing Research or Evaluation

Education & Early Intervention

Children/Adolescents with Disabilities/SHCN

None

State

Federal

N/A