Psychometric properties of questionnaires and diagnostic measures for autism spectrum disorders in adults: A systematic review

@article{Wigham2019PsychometricPO,
  title={Psychometric properties of questionnaires and diagnostic measures for autism spectrum disorders in adults: A systematic review},
  author={Sarah Wigham and Jacqui Rodgers and Thomas P. Berney and Ann Le Couteur and Barry Ingham and Jeremy R Parr},
  journal={Autism},
  year={2019},
  volume={23},
  pages={287 - 305}
}
Accurately diagnosing autism spectrum disorders in adulthood can be challenging. Structured questionnaires and diagnostic measures are frequently used to assist case recognition and diagnosis. This study reviewed research evidence on structured questionnaires and diagnostic measures published since the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence evidence update. The Cochrane library, Medline, Embase and PsycINFO were searched. In all, 20 studies met inclusion criteria. Sensitivity and… 
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