How to Combine Assessments for Powerful Results: Autism Identification

Enhance accuracy and support individualized care in a well-rounded approach to autism assessment by combining the ADOS®-2 and MIGDAS™-2, blending quantitative data with lived experience.

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Better Autism Assessment: Using the ADOS®-2 and MIGDAS™-2 

Effective autism evaluations consider the whole person—a process that necessitates expertise and a wide range of information. Strategically combining assessments can yield valuable, unique information across multiple settings like schools, clinics, hospitals, and private practice. Check out  this productive pairing to make the most of your assessment time.

1. Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule,  Second Edition (ADOS®-2) 
   
   1. What does it do?
      1. Provides quantitative information based on coded behavior. Identifies characteristics consistent with autism across age, developmental, and language level; provides information about a person’s needs to inform intervention and education plans
   2. How is it given? 
      1. Examiner observes and codes an individual’s behavior within standardized, interactive social contexts
   3. How long does it take?
      1. 40–60 minutes, plus additional time for scoring
   4. Who is it for?
      
      1. Individuals ages 12 months through adulthood
2. Monteiro Interview Guidelines for Diagnosing the Autism Spectrum, Second Edition (MIGDAS™-2)
   
   1. What does it do?
      1. Provides a qualitative, strengths-based behavioral profile based on a sensory interview. Identifies characteristics consistent with autism  in children, teens, and adults; guides  family-friendly report-writing that can easily link to intervention
   2. How is it given? 
      1. Examiner interviews parents/caregivers, teachers, and individuals regarding language and communication, social relationships, emotional responses, sensory use, and interests 
   3. How long does it take?
      1. Diagnostic interview: 30–90 minutes, Parent interview(s): 60–90 minutes, Teacher interview(s): 30–60 minutes, plus additional time for scoring
   4. Who is it for? 
      1. Toddlers, children, teens, and adults
3. Assessment Tip
   1. Combine quantitative data from the ADOS-2 with qualitative data from the MIGDAS-2 to supplement scores with information about lived experience.
      1. This assessment area yields:
         1. Enhanced accuracy
         2. Comprehensive picture of strengths and needs
         3. Flexibility in assessing those with atypical autistic traits
         4. A more neurodiversity-affirming experience

WPS offers a full range of assessments to evaluate the core characteristics of autism. Click here to explore which options are best for the people you serve.