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The M-CHAT checklist is a tool that helps parents self-assess whether their child has an autism spectrum disorder. From there, it is possible to screen for autism and help children receive early treatment.
1. M-CHAT . Checklist
The M-CHAT Checklist is a toolkit for screening for autism in children including 23 questions. Help screen for autism spectrum disorder, detect abnormal signs in children from 18 months old to have appropriate treatment.
Using the M-CHAT checklist will help parents self-screen for autism in their children, assess whether their child is likely to have an autism spectrum disorder. The identification questions in the Autism Screening M-CHAT Checklist are as follows:
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Does your child enjoy bouncing around on your knees? Does the child care about other children? Does your child like climbing like stairs? Does your child enjoy playing hide-and-seek or peek-a-boo? Does your child ever play pretend (like pretending to take care of a baby, answer the phone, or pretend to do other things)? Does your child ever use his index finger to point to an object he asks for? Does your child use his index finger to point to a toy or something to show interest in the object? Does your child ever play with small toys (like building blocks, playing cars, etc.) properly and functionally? Does your child ever bring an object or toy to show you about it? Does your child look into your eyes for longer than 1 or 2 seconds? Does your child ever feel overly sensitive to noises (like covering his ears)? Does your child laugh when you smile at him or when he sees your face (you're not playing with him)? Does your child imitate you (for example, do you make facial expressions, or make a grimace, does your child follow)? Does the child respond when called by name? Does your child look at toys or objects elsewhere when you point them? Can children walk? Does your child follow the objects you are looking at? Does the child make unusual finger movements with close proximity to the child's face? Does your child force you to pay attention to his activities? Have you ever suspected that your child is deaf? Does the child understand what others say? Does your child occasionally wander around aimlessly or stare blankly? When faced with strange things, does your child look at your face to see your reaction? SEE ALSO: Early warning signs of autism in children
Bảng kiểm M-CHAT là công cụ giúp cha mẹ có thể tự đánh giá con mình có bị rối loạn phổ tự kỷ hay không
2. When should the M-CHAT checklist be used?
Parents can use 23 questions to screen children for autism in the M-CHAT checklist from ages 18-24 months. In particular, the outcome is at high risk when the child has at least 3 random answers or 2 key questions are "no" (in questions 2, 7, 9, 13, 14, 15).
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However, for questions including 11, 18, 20, 22, the answer "yes" indicates that the child is at risk of autism.
In summary, the M-CHAT checklist is a tool that helps parents self-screen for autism in their children, assess whether their child has an autism spectrum disorder or not, thereby helping them receive treatment interventions. Soon.
If the child shows more than 2-3 signs above, it is necessary to take the child to medical centers soon for examination, treatment, and intervention when necessary. The Psychology-Educational Unit - Autism, Vinmec Times City International General Hospital is a pioneer in applying scientific and artistic methods to assess and treat children with autism, with high efficiency.
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