Presentation of Autism Spectrum Disorder in Females: Diagnostic Complexities and Implications for Clinicians

• By: Jessica Scher Lisa, PsyD Harry Voulgarakis, PhD, BCBA St. Joseph’s College
• April 1st, 2020
• assessment, behaviors, diagnosis, females, research, Spring 2020 Issue
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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by pervasive deficits in social communication and patterns of restricted, repetitive, stereotyped behaviors and interests (American Psychiatric Association, 2013). Beyond the main diagnostic criteria, however, there is...