Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has questioned why autism rates have been rising over the last several years. Experts say he's missing nuance in these conversations.
Some screening tools that are specific for ASD are: Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers (MCHAT). This is a parent-completed questionnaire that’s used for identifying children at risk for ASD.
They’ll also use other screening tools, such as the Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers (M-CHAT). The checklist is an updated screening tool that parents fill out. It helps determine a ...