The psychometric properties of a new measure of sensory behaviors in autistic children

Louise Neil; Dido Green; Elizabeth Pellicano

doi:10.1007/s10803-016-3018-8

The psychometric properties of a new measure of sensory behaviors in autistic children

Louise Neil, Dido Green, Elizabeth Pellicano^*

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Abstract

Unusual reactions to sensory input became part of the diagnostic criteria for autism spectrum disorder in the DSM-5. Measures accurately assessing these symptoms are important for clinical decisions. This study examined the reliability and validity of the Sensory Behavior Questionnaire, a parent-report scale designed to assess frequency and impact of sensory behaviors in autistic children. The scale demonstrated excellent internal consistency and concurrent validity, and was a better predictor of autistic symptoms than the Short Sensory Profile within a group of 66 school-age autistic children. The scale also successfully discriminated between autistic and typical children of similar age and ability. The Sensory Behavior Questionnaire has potential as a measure of sensory behaviors in children on the autism spectrum.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	1261-1268
Number of pages	8
Journal	Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders
Volume	47
Issue number	4
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-016-3018-8
Publication status	Published - Apr 2017
Externally published	Yes

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Sensory Questionnaire
sensory behaviors
sensory sensitivities
autism

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