Autism Diagnosis Criteria as Explained by The DSM-5
Yo Samdy Sam’s video on autism diagnosis criteria as explained by the DSM-5 provides an accessible overview of how autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is diagnosed based on the guidelines in the DSM-5.
In the DSM-5, the criteria for autism diagnosis are divided into two core areas:
- Social communication
- Restrictive and repetitive behaviors, and the severity of these behaviors.
Social Communication: Individuals with autism show difficulties with interactions in social settings, find it difficult to understand the social cues or build relationships, and in some cases may face significant difficulties in using verbal and nonverbal communication effectively.
Restrictive and repetitive patterns of behavior: restrictive and repetitive patterns of behavior include behaviors like repetitive movements, strict routines, highly focused interests, and sensory sensitivity.
The video highlights the masking of symptoms by some individuals; masking sometimes delays diagnosis.
