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Healthcare providers used the tablet-based application developed by the Autism Center of Excellence at Duke University to screen toddlers ages 17 months to three years old during well-child visits. After identifying toddlers who are candidates for further examination for autism spectrum disorder, they can be connected with appropriate resources, WHY IT MATTERS The app, called SenseToKnow, could also help healthcare providers ensure that children and families receive the support they need, according to a recent study funded by the National Institutes of Health. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services researchers indicated that parent questionnaires typically used in primary care settings are not as accurate as they might be in research settings, particularly among girls and children of color. The result has been wider disparities in early autism diagnoses and interventions. The application, developed by the Durham, North Carolina Autism Center of Excellence at Duke University,
They say it's a step forward in developing ASD screening programs that can reduce healthcare disparities and improve access to early diagnosis and intervention.