... , psychologist, developmental pediatrician, speech/language therapist, learning consultant, or other professionals knowledgeable about autism (5)(Autism Society of America, 2002). While there is no one behavioral or communications test that can detect autism, several screening instruments have been developed that are now used in diagnosing autism (5)(Autism Society of America, 2002). 1. CARS rating system (Childhood Autism Rating ... item screening scale that has been used with children four and older to help evaluate communication skills and social functioning (5)(Autism Society of Ameri...

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... the families of these children are affected as well. Parents in all cultures, including those in India who have Autistic children suffer from an increase in stress, a poorer quality of marriage, depression, anxiety and increased anger when compared to parents of typical children (Mastropieri & Scruggs, 2000, p. 185). ... there is no cure for Autism or Asperger's Syndrome. However, individualized education programs and structured support can maximize the child's progress, reduce pressure and stress upon the child and the family, and minimize the incidence of behavioral problems " (http://w...

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