An Accurate Alternative Method for Diagnoses of Autism Spectrum Disorder Using Video Telehealth Parent Led Play in the Military Medical System

Background: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by impairments in social interaction and communication, repetitive behaviors and restricted interests. Symptomology and impairments of ASD continue throughout the child’s lifespan, but may decrease in severity with early interventions. Early recognition and identification is encouraged by health care professionals but there remains a significant time difference between initial parental concern and the diagnosis of ASD. Currently the average age for diagnosis of ASD in the United States is above 4 years old. Video telehealth (VTH) models have …