Autism Diagnosis and Testing

PRE-ASSESSMENT CLINICIAN CHECKLIST

Expert Guidance by Dror Arbel | Founder of 101Autism.com

Use this checklist to prepare your documentation, organize your observations, and formulate key questions before your first professional assessment (ADOS-2, SRS-2, etc.).

Part 1: Documentation & Logistics
StatusRequired ItemNotes / Details
Insurance & IdentificationCard, ID, and referral letters.
Medical & School RecordsPrevious psychological reports, IEPs, or work reviews.
Current MedicationsInclude dosages and frequencies.
Family HistoryNotes on neurodivergence in family members.
Part 2: Symptoms & Evidence
A. Social & Communication
Trait / DifferenceYour Examples (When/How often?)
Social Interaction Challenges
Non-verbal Cues (Eye contact, sarcasm)
Preference for Solitude
B. Repetitive Behaviors & Sensory
Trait / BehaviorYour Examples
Routines & Rituals
Intense Special Interests
Sensory Sensitivity (Lights, Sound, Texture)
Part 3: Questions for Your Clinician
Ask?The QuestionAnswer from Clinician
Which tools (ADOS-2, SRS-2) will be used?
When will the final report be available?
What resources do you recommend post-diagnosis?

Expert Resources from Dror Arbel:

SRS-2 Scoring | Official Autism Quiz | US Testing Directory

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