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School & Child Psychology
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Measures of test validity are an important part of the overall examination of an assessment’s psychometric properties. To diagnose with confidence and accuracy, one must use a test that demonstrates reliability and validity across a range of empirical studies. One such measure of validity is the analysis of sensitivity and specificity.
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An early, accurate diagnosis is always important—but it’s especially crucial when comorbidities exist. Current research shows that when autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) co-occur, symptoms of both are likely to be more severe. The sooner targeted therapies begin, the better outcomes are likely to be for people with these conditions.