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Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) - Module 2 (2007)

223 Shared Subjects

Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule - General Module 2 - Phrase Speech using the revised 2007 algorithm.
Clinical Assessments
Diagnostic
06/01/2012
ados2_200701
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Definition
Submission Template
Gotham - New ADOS Algorithm (Apr 2007).pdf PDF file icon
Query Element Name Data Type Size Required Description Value Range Notes Aliases
subjectkey GUID Required The NDAR Global Unique Identifier (GUID) for research subject NDAR*
src_subject_id String 20 Required Subject ID how it's defined in lab/project
interview_date Date Required Date on which the interview/genetic test/sampling/imaging/biospecimen was completed. MM/DD/YYYY
interview_age Integer Required Age in months at the time of the interview/test/sampling/imaging. 0::1440 Age is rounded to chronological month. If the research participant is 15-days-old at time of interview, the appropriate value would be 0 months. If the participant is 16-days-old, the value would be 1 month.
sex String 20 Required Sex of subject at birth M;F; O; NR M = Male; F = Female; O=Other; NR = Not reported SEX, Sex, gender
comments_misc String 4,000 Recommended Miscellaneous comments on study, interview, methodology relevant to this form data
observation_b_1 String 255 Recommended Construction Task Ados2_2001_Observation_1
observation_b_1_1 String 255 Recommended Construction Task Communication Sample Ados2_2001_Observation_1_1
observation_b_2 String 255 Recommended Response to Name Ados2_2001_Observation_2
observation_b_3 String 255 Recommended Make-Believe Play Ados2_2001_Observation_3
observation_b_4 String 255 Recommended Joint Interactive Play Ados2_2001_Observation_4
observation_b_5 String 255 Recommended Conversation Ados2_2001_Observation_5
observation_b_6 String 255 Recommended Response to Joint Attention Ados2_2001_Observation_6
observation_b_7 String 255 Recommended Demonstration Task Ados2_2001_Observation_7
observation_b_8 String 255 Recommended Description of a Picture Ados2_2001_Observation_8
observation_b_9 String 255 Recommended Telling a Story From a Book Ados2_2001_Observation_9
observation_b_10 String 255 Recommended Free Play Ados2_2001_Observation_10
observation_b_11 String 255 Recommended Birthday Party Ados2_2001_Observation_11
observation_b_12 String 255 Recommended Snack Ados2_2001_Observation_12
observation_b_13 String 255 Recommended Anticipation of a Routine With Objects Ados2_2001_Observation_13
observation_b_14 String 255 Recommended Bubble Play Ados2_2001_Observation_14
Query observation_b_14_1 String 255 Recommended pointing with index finger
Yes;No
Ados2_2001_Observation_14_1
Query observation_b_14_2 String 255 Recommended open-handed reach
Yes;No
Ados2_2001_Observation_14_2
Query observation_b_14_3 String 255 Recommended other gesture
Yes;No
Ados2_2001_Observation_14_3
observation_b_14_3_cmt String 255 Recommended specify: Ados2_2001_Observation_14_3_CMT
Query observation_b_14_4 String 255 Recommended vocalization:
Yes;No
Ados2_2001_Observation_14_4
Query observation_b_14_4_1 String 255 Recommended words
Yes;No
Ados2_2001_Observation_14_4_1
Query observation_b_14_4_2 String 255 Recommended nonverbal
Yes;No
Ados2_2001_Observation_14_4_2
Query observation_b_14_5 String 255 Recommended eye contact:
Yes;No
Ados2_2001_Observation_14_5
Query observation_b_14_5_1 String 255 Recommended alone
Yes;No
Ados2_2001_Observation_14_5_1
Query observation_b_14_5_2 String 255 Recommended with pointing
Yes;No
Ados2_2001_Observation_14_5_2
Query observation_b_14_5_3 String 255 Recommended with vocalization
Yes;No
Ados2_2001_Observation_14_5_3
Query observation_b_14_6 String 255 Recommended mechanical animal
Yes;No
Ados2_2001_Observation_14_6
Query observation_b_14_7 String 255 Recommended balloon
Yes;No
Ados2_2001_Observation_14_7
Query observation_b_14_8 String 255 Recommended bubbles
Yes;No
Ados2_2001_Observation_14_8
Query observation_b_14_9 String 255 Recommended other
Yes;No
Ados2_2001_Observation_14_9
observation_b_14_9_cmt String 255 Recommended specify: Ados2_2001_Observation_14_9_CMT
observation_comments String 255 Recommended Observation Comments Ados2_2001_Observation_Comments
Query codinga_olang_b Integer Required Overall Level of Non-Echoed Language 0::5;7;8;9; 999 ADOS-1 (2001): 0 = Non-echoed phrase speech of three or more words per utterance; some grammatical markings, such as plurals or tense. 1 = Speech is primarily two- or three-word utterances, with minimal or no grammatical markings. 2 = Occasional phrases; mostly single words. 3 = Single words only, or no spoken language. 7 = All speech is echoed (immediate or delayed), with or without communicative intent.; ADOS-2 (2012) and ADAPTED ADOS: 0 = Non-echoed phrase speech of three or more words per utterance; some grammatical markings, such as plural or tense. 1 = Speech is primarily two- or three-wrd utterances, with minimal or no grammatical markings. 2 = Occasional phrases only; mostly single words. 3 = Recognizable single words or word approximations only; must use at least five different words during session. 4 = At least one word or word approximation, but fewer than five words used during session. 5 = No spontaneous use of spoken words or word approximations. 7 = All speech is echoed (immediate or delayed), with or without communicative intent. OLAN, codinga_olang_a
Query codinga_asov_b Integer Required Amount of Social Overtures/Maintenance of Attention
0::3;7;8;9
ADOS-1 (2001): 0 = Frequent attempts to get or maintain the examiner's attention AND/OR to direct the examiner's attention to objects or actions of interest to the child. 1 = Some attempts at getting, maintaining, or directing the examiner's attention as described above for a rating of 0, but reduced in frequency or the number of contexts used (e.g., only seeks attention to direct examiner's behavior). 2 = Shows relatively little concern as to whether the examiner is paying attention to him/her unless he/she needs help, AND/OR makes few attempts to get, maintain, or direct the examiner's attention. 7 = Unusually frequent, intense, or excessive demands for attention outside structured tasks or questions within the ADOS evaluation, regardless of the social appropriateness of individual behaviors.; ADOS-2 (2012) and ADAPTED ADOS: 0 = Frequent attempts to get or maintain the examiner's attention AND/OR to direct the examiner's attention to objects or actions of interest to the participant. 1 = Some attempts at getting, maintaining or directing the examiner's attention as described above for a rating of 0, but reduced in frequency or the number of different activities in which they are used. 2 = Makes one attempt to get, maintain or direct the examiner's attention. 3 = Shows relatively little concern as to whether the examiner is paying attention to him/her unless s/he needs help (e.g. only initiates social contact when requesting). ASOV, codinga_asov
Query codinga_spabn_b Integer Required Speech Abnormalities Associated with Autism (Intonation/Volume/Rhythm/Rate)
-1;0::3;7;8;9
ADOS-1 (2001) and ADOS-2 (2012): 0 = Appropriately varying intonation, reasonable volume, and normal rate of speech, with regular rhythm coordinated with breathing. 1 = Little variation in pitch and tone; rather flat or exaggerated intonation, but not obviously peculiar, OR slightly unusual volume, AND/OR speech that tends to be somewhat unusually slow, fast, or jerky. 2 = Speech that is clearly abnormal for ANY of the following reasons: slow and halting; inappropriately rapid; jerky and irregular in rhythm (other than ordinary stutter/stammer); odd intonation or inappropriate pitch and stress; markedly flat and toneless ("mechanical"); consistently abnormal volume. 7 = Stutter or stammer or other fluency disorder (if odd intonation is also present, code 1 or 2 accordingly). 8 = Phrase speech inadequate in frequency or complexity for assessment of intonation/rhythm/rate. 9 = Cannot be rated for some reason other than that listed above, such as if an examiner makes an error and does not administer a particular ADOS activity.; ADAPTED ADOS: 0 = Appropriately varying intonation, reasonable volume, and normal rate of speech, with regular rhythem coordinated with breathing. 1 = Little variation in pich and tone; rather flat or exaggerated intonation, but not obviously peculiar, OR slightly unusual volume, AND/OR speech that tends ot be somewhat unusually slow, fast, or jerky. 2 = Speech that is clearly abnormal for ANY of the following reasons: slow and halting; inappropriatelyrapid; jerky and irregular in rhythm (other than ordinary stutter/stammer); odd intonation or inappropriate pich and stress; markedly flat and tone-less ("mechanical"); consistently abnormal volume. 3 = Speech that is difficult to understand because of one ormore speech abnormalities as specified above. 7 = Stutter or stammer or other fluency disorder. 8 = N/A (speech inadequate in frequency or complexity for assessment of intonation/rhythm/rate). SPAB, codinga_spabn
Query codinga_iecho_b Integer Recommended Immediate Echolalia 0;1;2;3;8;9 ADOS-1 (2001) and ADOS-2 (2012): 0 = Does not repeat others' speech. 1 = Occasional echoing. 2 = Echoing words and phrases regularly, but some spontaneous language, which can be stereotyped. 3 = Speech largely consists of immediate echolalia. 9 = Cannot be rated for some reason other than that listed above, such as if an examiner makes an error and does not administer a particular ADOS activity.; ADAPTED ADOS: 0 = Rarely or never repeats others' speech. 1 = Occasional echoing. 2 = Echoing words and phrases regularly but some spontaneous language (it can be stereotyped). 3 = Speech largely consists of immediate echolalia. 8 = N/A or not enough language to judge. IECHO, codinga_iecho
Query codinga_stereo_b Integer Required Stereotyped/Idiosyncratic Use of Words or Phrases
-1;0::3;7;8;9
ADOS-1 (2001): 0 = Rarely or never uses stereotyped or idiosyncratic words or phrases. 1 = Use of words or phrases tends to be more repetitive than that of most individuals at the same level of complexity, but not obviously odd, OR occasional stereotyped utterances or use of odd words, OR use of phrases in an unusual way, with other flexible spontaneous language, as well. 2 = Often uses stereotyped utterances or odd words or phrases with some other language. 3 = Phrases almost exclusively odd or stereotyped utterances.; ADOS-2 (2012): 0 = Rarely or never uses stereotyped or idiosyncratic words or phrases. 1 = Use of words or phrases tends to be more repetitive than that of most individuals at the same level of expressive language, but not obviously odd, OR occasional stereotyped utterances or use of odd words, OR use of phrases in an unusual way, with other flexible spontaneous language as well. 2 = Often uses stereotyped utterances or odd words or phrases, with some other language. 3 = Frequently uses odd or stereotyped speech, and rarely uses non-stereotyped spontaneous speech. 9 = Cannot be rated for some reason other than that listed above, such as if an examiner makes an error and does not administer a particular ADOS activity. -1 = Not Collected. STER, codinga_stereo
Query codinga_convs_b Integer Recommended Conversation 0;1;2;3;8;9 ADOS-1 (2001) and ADOS-2 (2012): 0 = Conversation flows, building on the examiner's dialogue. This rating requires that much of the child's speech provide both a response to the examiner's speech and some additional talking (not necessarily a question) that builds on what has just been said and allows a response from the examiner (i.e., sequences of at least four elements: examiner opens, child comments, examiner responds, child responds to response). 1 = Speech includes some spontaneous elaboration of the child's own responses for the examiner's benefit OR provides leads for the examiner to follow, but either this is less in amount than would be expected for the child's expressive language level or it is limited in flexibility. 2 = Little reciprocal conversation sustained by the child; may follow his or her own train of thought rather than participate in an interchange; may have some spontaneous offering of information or comments, but little sense of reciprocity. 3 = Little spontaneous communicative speech (although there may be much echoed or noncommunicative speech). This rating can be used to describe children who make some limited, but very few, responses to conversational initiations. by the examiner. 9 = Cannot be rated for some reason other than that listed above, such as if an examiner makes an error and does not administer a particular ADOS activity.; ADAPTED ADOS: 0 = Converation flows, building on the examiner's dialogue. This rating requires that much of the participant's speech includes some spontaneous elaboration of the participant's own responses for the examiner's benefit OR provides leads for the examiner to follow. 1 = Participant initiates with and responds to the examiner, but not in the same interchange. 2 = Participant initiates with OR responds to the examiner on several occasions, but not both. 3 = Little or no spontaneous communicative speech (although there may be much echoed or noncommunicative speech). This rating also includes participants who make very limited responses. CONV, codinga_convs
Query codinga_point_b Integer Recommended Pointing 0;1;2;3;8;9 ADOS-1 (2001): 0 = Points with index finger to show visually-directed referencing (i.e., coordinated gaze to object and person) of distal object to express interest. 1 = Uses pointing to reference objects to express interest, but without sufficient flexibility to meet criteria for a rating of 0 (e.g., absence of coordinated gaze, though the child may vocalize); OR produces an approximation of pointing rather than an index finger point; OR coordinates only pointing that includes touching a picture or other nearby objects with gaze or vocalization; OR points to request only; OR points to a person only. 2 = Points only when close to or actually touching an object, without coordinated gaze. 3 = Does not point to objects in any way.; ADOS-2 (2012): 0 = Points with index finger to show visually directed referencing (i.e., coordinated gaze to object and person) of distal object to express interest. 1 = Uses pointing to reference objects to express interest, but without sufficient flexibility to meet criteria for a rating of 0 (e.g., absence of coordinated gaze with distal pointing, though the child may vocalize); AND/OR produces an approximation of pointing (coordinated with gaze or vocalization) rather than an index finger point; AND/OR coordinates only pointing that includes touching a picture or other nearby objects with gaze or vocalization; AND/OR points to request only (coordinated with gaze or vocalization); AND/OR points with coordination (gaze or vocalization) only to a person or to himself or herself. 2 = Points only without coordinated gaze or vocalization AND pointing is not for the purpose of expressing interest. 3 = Does not point as described above. 9 = Cannot be rated for some reason other than that listed above, such as if an examiner makes an error and does not administer a particular ADOS activity.; ADPATED ADOS: 0 = Points with index finger to reference an object in at least two activities (e.g., points to picture on the wall and out the window). Points can be to distal objects OR when close to or actually touching an object, but must be for the purpose of shared attention AND involve coordinated gaze OR vocalization. 1 = Coordinates pointing with gaze or vocalization for the purpoes of shared attention on only one occasion OR only uses pointing with coordinated gaze or vocalization to request objects. 2 = Points to reference or request, without coordinated or vocalization. Points to distal or nearby objects that do not include coordinated gaze or vocaliztion should be coded here. Also code here if participant uses something besides a well-formed index finger point. 3 = Does not point to objects as described above. PNT, codinga_point
Query codinga_gest_b Integer Required Descriptive, Conventional, Instrumental, or Informational Gestures
-1;0::3;7;8;9
0 = Spontaneous use of several descriptive gestures. These gestures may be typical or idiosyncratic, but must be communicative. May also use conventional or instrumental gestures. 1 = Some spontaneous use of descriptive gestures, but exaggerated or limited in range and/or contexts (e.g., occur only during "Demonstration Task"), OR frequent use of conventional or instrumental gestures, but rare or no use of descriptive gestures. 2 = Some spontaneous use of informational, conventional, or instrumental gestures, but rare or no use of descriptive gestures. 3 = No or very limited spontaneous use of conventional, instrumental, informational, or descriptive gestures. Grabbing and communicative reaching are coded here. 8 = N/A (e.g., limited by physical disability). 9 = Cannot be rated for some reason other than that listed above, such as if an examiner makes an error and does not administer a particular ADOS activity. DGES, codinga_gest
Query codingb_ueye_b Integer Recommended Unusual Eye Contact 0;2;3;8;9 ADOS-1 (2001) and ADOS-2 (2012): 0 = Appropriate gaze with subtle changes meshed with other communication. 2 = Uses poorly modulated eye contact to initiate, terminate, or regulate social interaction. 9 = Cannot be rated for some reason other than that listed above, such as if an examiner makes an error and does not administer a particular ADOS activity.; ADAPTED ADOS: 0 = Appropriate gaze with subtle changes meshed with other communication. 2 = Uses poorly modulated eye contact to initiate, terminate, or regulate social interaction. 3 = Uses poorly modulated eye contact to initiate, terminate, or regulate social interaction AND frequently actively avoids eye contact (e.g., by turning away, pushing away, closing eyes). EYE, codingb_ueye
Query codingb_faceo_b Integer Recommended Facial Expressions Directed to Others 0::3;8;9 ADOS-1 (2001) and ADOS-2 (2012): 0 = Directs a range of appropriate facial expressions to the examiner and/or parent/caregiver in order to communicate affective or cognitive states. 1 = Some direction of facial expressions to the examiner and/or parent/caregiver (e.g., directs only expressions indicating emotional extreme(s) to others, or occasionally directs wider range of expressions). A child who has a limited range of facial expressions, but who directs most of his or her facial expressions to another person, may be rated here. 2 = Does not direct appropriate facial expressions to others. 9 = Cannot be rated for some reason other than that listed above, such as if an examiner makes an error and does not administer a particular ADOS activity.; ADAPTED ADOS: 0 = Directs at least three different facial expressions toward examiner in order to communicate affect (e.g., amused, confused, concerned, irritated, skeptical, proud). 1 = Some direction of facial expressions to the examiner. A participant who has a limited range of direct facial expressions (but at least TWO) should be scored here. Participants who direct at least one of the facial expressions across several different activities but hte other only once OR whose facial expressions are slightly unusual, but are directed to the examiner on several occasions may also be scored here. 2 = Some range of facial expression but little directing (e.g. participant has 2 facial expressions each directed only once) OR direction of only ONE facial expressoin. 3 = Limited range of facial expression AND little or no directing. also score here if the participant only ever directs very odd facial expressions. EXP, codingb_faceo
Query codingb_shrnj_b Integer Recommended Shared Enjoyment in Interaction 0::3;8;9 ADOS-1 (2001): 0 = Shows definite and appropriate pleasure in interactive participation or conversation during more than one task or conversational topic. 1 = Shows some appropriate pleasure in the examiner's actions, OR shows definite pleasure during one interaction. 2 = Shows little or no expressed pleasure in interaction. May show pleasure in his/her own actions or part of the conversation, but not in the examiner's behavior or in interaction. 8 = Not scorable due to little or no interaction, or for other reasons.; ADOS-2 (2012): 0 = Shows definite pleasure with the examiner that is appropriate to the context and occurs during more than one activity. Must include pleasure in at least one activity that is not purely physical in nature (e.g., not tickling). 1 = Shows some pleasure appropriate to the context during interactions with the examiner, OR shows definite pleasure directed to the examiner during one interaction (may be physical in nature). 2 = Shows little or no expressed pleasure during interaction with the examiner, but shows pleasure in his or her own actions, in interaction with a parent/caregiver, or in noninteractive components of the ADOS-2 materials or activities. 3 = Little or no expressed pleasure during the ADOS-2 evaluation and little interest in toys. 9 = Cannot be rated for some reason other than that listed above, such as if an examiner makes an error and does not administer a particular ADOS activity.; ADAPTED ADOS: 0 = Shows definite and appropriate pleasure with the examiner during more than one activity. 1 = Shows definite, clear pleasure directed to the examiner during one interaction. 2 = Shows some appropriate pleasure during interactions with the examiner. The participant's attempt to share enjoyment may be unclear or brief, but appears to be directed to the examiner. 3 = Shows little or no expressed pleasure during interaction with the examiner, but shows pleasure in his/her own actions or in non-interactive components of the ADOS materials or activities. ENJ, codingb_shrnj
Query codingb_rname_b Integer Recommended Response to Name 0;1;2;3;8;9 ADOS-1 (2001): 0 = Looks toward the examiner and makes eye contact immediately on at least one of the first two clear presses made by the examiner (i.e., name only is called). 1 = Makes eye contact with the examiner immediately on the examiner's third or fourth press of name only OR looks toward the parent/caregiver and makes eye contact immediately for the first or second press of name only. 2 = Does not make eye contact with either the examiner or the parent/caregiver after his/her name is called in four attempts, but shifts gaze briefly (no eye contact), OR looks at least once when an interesting or familiar vocalization or verbalization is made (e.g., tongue clucking; I'm gonna get you"). 3 = Does not look toward either the examiner or the parent/caregiver after any purely verbal or vocal attempt to get attention.; ADOS-2 (2012): 0 = Looks toward the examiner and makes eye contact immediately on at least one of the first two presses made by the examiner. 1 = Looks toward the parent/caregiver and makes eye contact after first or second press of name only, OR makes eye contact with the examiner after the examiners third or fourth press of name only. 2 = Does not immediately make eye contact with either the examiner or the parent/caregiver after his or her name is called in six attempts, but shifts gaze briefly (no eye contact), shifts gaze after a delay, OR looks at least once when an interesting or familiar vocalization or verbalization is made (e.g., tongue clucking, "I'm gonna get you"). 3 = Does not look toward either the examiner or the parent/caregiver after any purely verbal or vocal attempt to get attention. 9 = Cannot be rated for some reason other than that listed above, such as if an examiner makes an error and does not administer a particular ADOS activity.; ADAPTED ADOS: 0 = Looks toward the examiner and makes eye contact immediately on at least one of the first two clear presses made by the examiner (i.e., name only is called) OR responds vocally to one of the first two presses AND makes eye contact on one of the next two presses after the vocal response. 1 = Looks towards the examinr and makes eye contact immeidately after the third or fourth press of name only. OR responds vocally to the first two presses but does not make eye contact on any of hte following four presses in which his/her name is called. 2 = Does not make eye contact with the examiner on any press, but looks toard the examiner without making eye contact OR responds vocally without eye contact to the 3rd, 4th, or 5th press OR only makes eye contact with the examiner after the examiner says something interesting. 3 = Does not look toward or respond vocally to the examiner after any vocal attempt to get attention. NAME, codingb_rname
Query codingb_show_b Integer Recommended Showing 0;1;2;8;9 0 = Spontaneously shows toys or objects during the ADOS evaluation by holding them up or placing them in front of others and using eye contact with or without vocalization. 1 = Shows toys or objects in a partial or inconsistent manner (e.g., holds them up and/or places them in front of others without coordinated eye contact, looks from an object in his or her hands to another person without clearly orienting it toward that person, or shows objects as described above for a rating of 0 on one occasion only). 2 = Does not show objects to another person. 9 = Cannot be rated for some reason other than that listed above, such as if an examiner makes an error and does not administer a particular ADOS activity. SHO, codingb_show
Query codingb_sijnt_b Integer Recommended Spontaneous Initiation of Joint Attention 0;1;2;8;9 ADOS-1 (2001) and ADOS-2 (2012): 0 = Uses clearly integrated eye contact to direct another persons attention to an object that is out of reach by looking at the object, then at the examiner or the parent/caregiver, and then back at the object OR by using a three-point gaze shift starting with the examiner or parent/caregiver. Eye contact may be coordinated with pointing and/or vocalization. One clear example is sufficient for this rating. 1 = Partially references an object that is clearly out of reach in order to direct another person's attention. May spontaneously look at and point to the object and/or vocalize, but does not coordinate either of these with looking at another person, OR may look at an object and then look at or point to the examiner or the parent/caregiver, but not look back at the object. 2 = No approximation of spontaneous initiation of joint attention in order to direct another person's attention to an object that is out of reach. 9 = Cannot be rated for some reason other than that listed above, such as if an examiner makes an error and does not administer a particular ADOS activity.; ADAPTED ADOS: 0 = Uses clearly integrated eye contact to reference an object that is out of reach by looking at the object, then at the examiner, and then back to the object OR by using a three-point gaze shift starting with the examiner. A participant who uses only a two-point gaze shift AND points or vocalizes should also be coded here. 1 = Looks at an object and then loks at the examiner, but does not look back at the object, vocalize or point OR may spontaneously look at the object, point or vocalize, but does not coordinate either of these with looking at another person. 2 = No approximation of spontaneous initiation of joint attention in order to reference an object that is out of reach. A participant who looks at the examiner and then at an object, without combining it with other forms of communication (i.e. vocalization or gestures), is coded here. IJA, codingb_sijnt
Query codingb_rjnt_b Integer Recommended Response to Joint Attention 0;1;2;3;8;9 0 = Uses the orientation of the examiner's eyes and face alone as a cue to look toward the target, without the need for pointing. The child must follow the examiner's gaze and turn his or her face or eyes in the direction of the target after watching the examiner do so; he or she does not actually have to catch sight of the target. 1 = Follows the examiner's pointing by looking at or toward the target. 2 = Does not follow the examiner's gaze or pointing to orient toward the object, but looks at the target when activated. 3 = Does not orient to the object even when the object is activated. 9 = Cannot be rated for some reason other than that listed above, such as if an examiner makes an error and does not administer a particular ADOS activity. RJA, codingb_rjnt
Query codingb_qsov_b Integer Recommended Quality of Social Overtures 0;1;2;3;8;9 0 = Effectively uses nonverbal and verbal means to make clear social overtures to the examiner. The overtures must be appropriate to immediate contexts. 1 = Slightly unusual quality of some social overtures. Overtures may be restricted to personal demands or related to the child's own interests, but with some attempt to involve the examiner in those interests. 2 = Significant minority (or more) of inappropriate overtures; many overtures lack integration into context AND/OR social quality. This includes the child's bringing up preoccupations with little attempt to involve the examiner in them. 3 = No social overtures of any kind. 9 = Cannot be rated for some reason other than that listed above, such as if an examiner makes an error and does not administer a particular ADOS activity. QSOV, codingb_qsov
Query codingb_qsres_b Integer Recommended Quality of Social Response 0;1;2;3;8;9 0 = Shows a range of appropriate responses that are varied according to immediate social situations and presses. 1 = Shows responsiveness to most social situations, but somewhat limited, socially awkward, inappropriate, inconsistent, or consistently negative. 2 = Odd, stereotyped responses, or responses that are restricted in range or inappropriate to the context. 3 = Minimal or no response to the examiner's attempts to engage the child. 9 = Cannot be rated for some reason other than that listed above, such as if an examiner makes an error and does not administer a particular ADOS activity. QSR, codingb_qsres
Query codingb_arsoc_b Integer Recommended Amount of Reciprocal Social Communication 0;1;2;3;8;9 0 = Extensive use of verbal or nonverbal behaviors (at whatever level attained) for social interchange (i.e., chat, comments, remarks, or nonverbal behaviors that appear to have reciprocal intent). 1 = Some reciprocal social communication (as described above for a rating of 0 ), but reduced in frequency or amount, or in the number of contexts in which such behaviors occur (regardless of amount of nonsocial talk). 2 = Most communication is either object-oriented (i.e., to ask for things), OR response to questions, OR echolalic, OR concerned with particular preoccupations; little or no social chat or give-and-take. 3 = Little or no communication with examiner or parent/caregiver. 9 = Cannot be rated for some reason other than that listed above, such as if an examiner makes an error and does not administer a particular ADOS activity. ARSC, codingb_arsoc
Query codingb_oqrap_b Integer Recommended Overall Quality of Rapport 0;1;2;3;8;9 0 = Comfortable interaction between the child and examiner that is appropriate to the context of the ADOS assessment. 1 = Interaction sometimes comfortable, but not sustained (e.g., sometimes feels awkward or stilted, or the child's behavior seems mechanical or slightly inappropriate). 2 = One-sided or unusual interaction resulting in a consistently mildly uncomfortable session or a session that would have been difficult if the examiner had not continuously modified the structure of the situation beyond the standard activities in the ADOS evaluation. 3 = The child shows minimal regard for the examiner, OR the session is markedly uncomfortable for a significant proportion of the time. 9 = Cannot be rated for some reason other than that listed above, such as if an examiner makes an error and does not administer a particular ADOS activity. OQR, codingb_oqrap
Query codingc_fplay_b Integer Recommended Functional Play with Objects 0;1;2;3;8;9 0 = Spontaneously plays with a variety of toys in a conventional manner, including appropriate play with several different miniatures/representational toys (e.g., telephone, truck, dishes, doll furniture, materials in the "Birthday Party" activity). Do not include imitations, prompted actions, or pushing the car. 1 = Some spontaneous functional play with at least one miniature/representational toy. Do not include imitations, responses to direct requests (e.g., "Answer the phone"), pushing the car, or use of construction toys. 2 = Plays appropriately with cause-and-effect toys and/or construction toys only, AND/OR pushing the car. This may include imitating a demonstration or imitating more representational play with other toys. 3 = No play with toys or only stereotyped play. 9 = Cannot be rated for some reason other than that listed above, such as if an examiner makes an error and does not administer a particular ADOS activity. PLAY, codingc_fplay
Query codingc_imgcr_b Integer Required Imagination/Creativity
-1;0::3;7;8;9
0 = Variety of spontaneous, inventive, creative play or activities, including use of doll or figures as agents of action. 1 = Some spontaneous creative or make-believe play, but rather limited in range. May include some use of doll or figures as agents, but less flexible than what would qualify for a rating of 0. 2 = Little spontaneous creative or make-believe play, OR only play that is repetitive or stereotyped in quality. 3 = No creative or inventive play (not even stereotyped or repetitive play). 9 = Cannot be rated for some reason other than that listed above, such as if an examiner makes an error and does not administer a particular ADOS activity. -1 = Not Collected. IMAG, codingc_imgcr
Query codingd_usens_b Integer Required Unusual Sensory Interest in Material/Person
-1;0::3;7;8;9
ADOS-1 (2001): 0 = No sniffing, repetitive touching, feeling of texture, licking, mouthing, or biting interest in the repetition of or unusually strong reactions to certain sounds, or unusual or prolonged visual examination. 1 = Occasional unusual sensory interests or responses, OR not as clear as specified below for a rating of 2. 2 = Definite interest in nonfunctional elements of play materials, OR sensory examination of himself/herself or others on more than one occasion, OR persistent unusual sensory response to several materials or events.; ADOS-2 (2012): 0 = No unusual sensory interests or sensory-seeking behaviors. 1 = Several possible sensory interests not as clear as specified below for a rating of 2 AND/OR only one clear occurrence of an unusual sensory interest or a sensory-seeking behavior. One "possible" sensory interest should be coded 0. 2 = Definite interest in sensory elements of objects or of play materials, OR sensory examination of himself or herself or others; two or more clear occurrences must be observed. May be observed during the same activity. 3 = Definite unusual sensory-seeking behaviors occur during at least two different tasks or activities and may interfere with the ADOS-2 assessment. 9 = Cannot be rated for some reason other than that listed above, such as if an examiner makes an error and does not administer a particular ADOS activity.; ADAPTED ADOS: 0 = No sniffing, repetitive touching, feeling of texture or licking (not mouthing or biting), interest in the repetition of or unusually strong reactions to certain sounds, or unusual or prolonged visual examination. 1 = Sensory interests or responses not as clear as specified below for ratings of 2 and 3. 2 = Occasional clearly unusual sensory interests or responses (e.g., two different sensory interests demonstrated at least once each). 3 = Definite interest in nonfunctional elments of materials, (TWO clear examples of the same sensory interest is sufficient for a code of '3') OR sensory examination of himself/herself or others on more than one occasion, OR persistent unusal sensory response to several materials or events. SINT, codingd_usens
codingd_usens_b_cmt String 255 Recommended Specify Ados2_2001_codingd_usens_cmt, codingd_usens_cmt
Query codingd_oman_b Integer Recommended Hand and Finger and Other Complex Mannerisms 0;1;2;3;8;9 ADOS-1 (2001): 0 = None. 1 = Very brief or rare hand and finger mannerisms or complex mannerisms, OR mannerisms not as clear as specified below for a rating of 2. 2 = Definite finger flicking or twisting, AND/OR hand or other mannerisms or stereotypes.; ADOS-2 (2012): 0 = None. 1 = Unusual and/or repetitive hand and finger mannerisms or complex mannerisms not as clear as specified below for a rating of 2. 2 = Definite finger flicking or twisting, AND/OR hand or finger or complex mannerisms, stereotypies, or posturing. May be brief and/or rare if clear. 3 = Mannerisms, as described above, occur frequently, during at least two different tasks or activities, and/or may interfere with the ADOS-2 assessment. 9 = Cannot be rated for some reason other than that listed above, such as if an examiner makes an error and does not administer a particular ADOS activity. MAN, codingd_oman
codingd_oman_b_cmt String 255 Recommended Specify Ados2_2001_codingd_oman_cmt, codingd_oman_cmt
Query codingd_selfinj_b Integer Recommended Self-Injurious Behavior 0;1;2;8;9 0 = No attempts to harm self. 1 = Dubious or possible self-injury, and/or rare but clear self-injury (e.g., one clear example of biting at own hand or arm, pulling own hair, slapping own face, or banging own head). 2 = More than one clear example of self-injury, such as head banging, face slapping, hair pulling, or self-biting. 9 = Cannot be rated for some reason other than that listed above, such as if an examiner makes an error and does not administer a particular ADOS activity. SIB, codingd_selfinj
Query codingd_urbeh_b Integer Recommended Unusually Repetitive Interests or Stereotyped Behaviors 0;1;2;3;8;9 0 = No repetitive or stereotyped behaviors during the ADOS evaluation. 1 = An interest or behavior that is repetitive or stereotyped to an unusual degree, including an intense interest in a particular toy or object, a definite interest in an unusual object or activity (odd for the child's level of motor skill), an unusually routinized activity, or a clear interest in a part of an object. This interest or behavior occurs in conjunction with several other activities and does not prevent the child from completing any ADOS activities. 2 = Clearly repetitive or stereotyped interests and/or behaviors, as described above. These behaviors may form a substantial minority of the child's interests and spontaneous behaviors and may interfere with the child's ability to complete ADOS activities, but it is possible for his or her attention to be directed to other objects or activities, at least momentarily. 3 = Repetitive or stereotyped interests and/or behaviors, as described above, form the majority of the child's interests, AND/OR attempts to direct his or her attention to other objects or activities are met with significant resistance and/or distress. 9 = Cannot be rated for some reason other than that listed above, such as if an examiner makes an error and does not administer a particular ADOS activity. RINT, codingd_urbeh
codingd_urbeh_b_cmt String 255 Recommended Specify unusual preoccupations, rituals, repetitive behaviors: Ados2_2001_codingd_urbeh_cmt, codingd_urbeh_cmt
Query codinge_actve_b Integer Recommended Overactivity 0;1;2;3;7;8;9 ADOS-1 (2001): 0 = Sits or stands still appropriately when expected to do so during the assessment. 1 = Sits briefly or stands still when expected to do so for activities besides the snack. Often fidgets, moves about, or is in and out of his/her seat, but is not obviously restless or unusually fidgety. Difficulties in the assessment are not principally due to overactivity. 2 = Hardly remains still at all (not counting the snack). May move around the room in a way that is difficult to interrupt; the level of activity disrupts the assessment. 7 = Underactive.; ADOS-2 (2012) and ADAPTED ADOS: 0 = Sits or stands still appropriately when expected to do so during the ADOS-2 assessment. May explore the room as expected for developmental level but is not obviously overactive. 1 = Sits or stands still when clearly expected to do so (e.g., during the birthday party) for activities besides the snack, but often fidgets, moves about, or gets up out of his or her seat. 2 = Fidgety; more active than other children of same developmental level. 3 = Incessantly and energetically moves around the room in a way that is difficult to interrupt; the level of activity disrupts the ADOS-2 assessment. 7 = Underactive. 9 = Cannot be rated for some reason other than that listed above, such as if an examiner makes an error and does not administer a particular ADOS activity. OVER, codinge_actve
Query codinge_agg_b Integer Recommended Tantrums, Aggression, Negative or Disruptive Behavior 0;1;2;3;8;9 ADOS-1 (2001): 0 = Not disruptive, negative, destructive, or aggressive during the ADOS assessment. 1 = Occasional display of mild upset, anger, aggression, negativism, or disruptive behavior to the parent/caregiver or the examiner. 2 = Shows marked or repeated negativism, temper tantrums, or significant aggression (e.g., hitting or biting others). Loud screaming or yelling is included here.; ADOS-2 (2012): 0 = Not upset, disruptive, negative, destructive, or aggressive during the ADOS-2 assessment. 1 = Displays an example of mild upset, anger, aggression, negativism, or intentionally disruptive behavior to the parent/caregiver or the examiner. 2 = More than one intentionally disruptive (e.g., swiping toys off the table) or mildly aggressive act. Loud screaming can be coded here. 3 = Shows marked or repeated negativism, temper tantrums, or more significant aggression (e.g., hitting or biting others). 9 = Cannot be rated for some reason other than that listed above, such as if an examiner makes an error and does not administer a particular ADOS activity. TANT, codinge_agg
Query codinge_anxty Integer Recommended Anxiety 0;1;2;8;9 0 = No obvious anxiety (e.g., trembling or jumpiness). 1 = Mild signs of anxiety, especially at the beginning of the ADOS session, OR marked anxiety only in response to a specific request or to one particular toy or task. 2 = Marked anxiety in response to more than one toy or task or several times during the ADOS evaluation. 9 = Cannot be rated for some reason other than that listed above, such as if an examiner makes an error and does not administer a particular ADOS activity. ANX
Query scoresumm_b_a7 Integer Recommended Pointing PNT_recode
Query scoresumm_b_a8 Integer Recommended Descriptive, Conventional, Instrumental or Informational Gestures DGES_recode
Query scoresumm_b_b1 Integer Recommended Unusual Eye Contact EYE_recode
Query scoresumm_b_b2 Integer Recommended Facial Expressions Directed to Others EXP_recode
Query scoresumm_b_b3 Integer Recommended Shared Enjoyment in Interaction ENJ_recode
Query scoresumm_b_b5 Integer Recommended Showing SHO_recode
Query scoresumm_b_b6 Integer Recommended Spontaneous Initiation of Joint Attention IJA_recode
Query scoresumm_b_b8 Integer Recommended Quality of Social Overtures QSOV_recode
Query scoresumm_b_b10 Integer Recommended Amount of Reciprocal Social Communication ARSC_recode
Query scoresumm_b_b11 Integer Recommended Overall Quality of Rapport OQR_recode
Query scoresumm_abtotal_2007 Integer Required Social Affect Total (used only with 2007 scoring algorithm) In module 1 no words, equals A2 + A8 + B1 + B3 + B4 + B5 + B9 + B10 + B11 + 12. In module 1 some words, equals A2 + A7 + A8 + B1 + B3 + B4 + B5 + B9 + B10 + B12. In module 2, equals A7 + A8 + B1 + B2 + B3 + B5 + B6 + B8 + B10 + B11. In module 3, equals A7 + A8 + A9 + B1 + B2 + B4 + B7 + B8 + B9 + B10. Used only with 2007 scoring algorithm. Soc_Aff_Total, scoresumm2_abtotal
Query scoresumm_b_a5 Integer Recommended Stereotyped/Idiosyncratic use of Words or Phrases STER_recode
Query scoresumm_b_d1 Integer Recommended Unusual Sensory Interest in Play Material/Person SINT_recode
Query scoresumm_b_d2 Integer Recommended Hand and Finger and Other Complex Mannerisms MAN_recode
Query scoresumm_b_d4 Integer Recommended Unusually Repetitive Interests or Stereotyped Behaviors RINT_recode
Query scoresumm_adtotal_2007 Integer Required Restricted and Repetitive Behavior Total (used only with 2007 scoring algorithm) In module 1 no words, equals A3 + D1 + D2 + D4. In module 1 some words, equals A5 + D1 + D2 + D4. In module 2, equals A5 + D1 + D2 + D4. In module 3, equals A4 + D1 + D2 + D4. Used only with 2007 scoring algorithm. RRB_Total, scoresumm_adtotal
Query scoresumm_total_2007 Integer Required Social Affect and Restricted and Repetitive Behavior Total (used only with 2007 scoring algorithm) Used only with 2007 scoring algorithm Soc_Aff_RRB_Total
Query scoresumm_adosdiag_2007 String 255 Required ADOS Diagnosis Classification Module 1, No words: Autism cut-off = 16; Autism spectrum cut-off = 11. Module 1, Some words: Autism cut-off = 12; Autism spectrum cut-off = 8. Module 2, Younger than Age 5: Autism cut-off = 10; Autism spectrum cut-off = 7. Module 2, Aged 5 or Older: Autism cut-off = 9; Autism spectrum cut-off = 8. Module 3: Autism cut-off = 9; Autism spectrum cut-off = 7. Revised_Algo_dx
Query scoresumm_overalldiag_2007 String 255 Required Overall ADOS Diagnosis Module 1, No words: Autism cut-off = 16; Autism spectrum cut-off = 11. Module 1, Some words: Autism cut-off = 12; Autism spectrum cut-off = 8. Module 2, Younger than Age 5: Autism cut-off = 10; Autism spectrum cut-off = 7. Module 2, Aged 5 or Older: Autism cut-off = 9; Autism spectrum cut-off = 8. Module 3: Autism cut-off = 9; Autism spectrum cut-off = 7. DX, Dx
Query severscore_cal Integer Recommended Calibrated Severity Score 1::10; 999 999 = missing value adocs4
Query scoresumm_overalltotal Integer Recommended Overall Total (Social Affect + Restricted and Repetitive Behavior) total
Query scoresumm_compscore Integer Recommended ADOS-2 Comparison Score 1::10; 999 Level of autism spectrum-related symptoms: 1-2 = Minimal-to-no evidence. 3-4 = Low. 5-7 = Moderate. 8-10 = High. css
year_mta Integer Recommended Year in study visit_year
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