Autism in Northern Finland.

摘要: Resent research reports show that autistic spectrum disorders may actually be more common than previously believed. General awareness and clinical knowledge of these have increased, the criteria in ICD-10 DSM-IV are also now detailed. The diagnostic methods ascertainment influence prevalence. age specific incidence obtained this study showed cumulative to lowest, 6.1 per 10 000, oldest group 15- 18-year-old children, highest, 20.7 5–7 year-olds, when were used. In study, almost 50% cases had a tested IQ above 70. degree autism, as assessed by Childhood Autism Rating Scale (CARS), varied from mild features 8.5% through moderate 58.5% severe 33.0%.