{"id":3625,"date":"2025-06-06T09:56:35","date_gmt":"2025-06-06T13:56:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cehhs.utk.edu\/klass\/?page_id=3625"},"modified":"2025-06-16T09:25:12","modified_gmt":"2025-06-16T13:25:12","slug":"autism-spectrum-evaluations-child-adolescent","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cehhs.utk.edu\/klass\/autism-spectrum-evaluations-child-adolescent\/","title":{"rendered":"Autism Spectrum Evaluations &#8211; Child\/Adolescent"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"182\" data-end=\"474\">At our clinic, we understand how important it is to understand your child\u2019s unique needs. Our Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluation is designed to help families get clear, compassionate answers when there are questions about how a child thinks, communicates, and interacts with the world.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"476\" data-end=\"506\">What Is an ASD Evaluation?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"508\" data-end=\"675\">An ASD evaluation is a thorough and thoughtful process that helps us understand your child\u2019s strengths and challenges. We look at many areas of development, including:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"809\">\n<li data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"715\">\n<p data-start=\"679\" data-end=\"715\">Social interaction and communication<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"716\" data-end=\"744\">\n<p data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"744\">Play and behavior patterns<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"775\">\n<p data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"775\">Learning and problem-solving<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"776\" data-end=\"809\">\n<p data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"809\">Emotional and sensory responses<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"811\" data-end=\"1085\">Our team uses a variety of tools such as interviews, observation, and standardized assessments to get a full picture of your child\u2019s development. We also speak with you, and often with teachers or other caregivers, because your insights are an important part of the process.We consider a <strong>full range of possibilities<\/strong> as part of a responsible diagnostic process.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1105\">What to Expect<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1727\">\n<li data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1226\">\n<p data-start=\"1109\" data-end=\"1226\"><strong data-start=\"1109\" data-end=\"1128\">Initial Intake<\/strong>: We start with a parent interview to learn about your child\u2019s history, behaviors, and daily life.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1469\">\n<p data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1469\"><strong data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1249\">Testing Sessions<\/strong>: Your child will meet with a trained clinician for one or more sessions that may include interactive play-based assessments, problem-solving tasks, and activities to understand how they communicate and relate to others.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1727\">\n<p data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1727\"><strong data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1499\">Feedback and Next Steps<\/strong>: After the evaluation is complete, we\u2019ll meet with you to explain the results in plain language. You\u2019ll receive a written report with helpful recommendations tailored to your child\u2019s needs at home, school, and in the community.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"1747\">Why It Matters<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1749\" data-end=\"2031\">Early and accurate identification of autism can open the door to services and support that help your child thrive. Whether you\u2019re just beginning to have concerns or seeking a second opinion, our goal is to support you every step of the way with compassion, respect, and expert care.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2152\">If you have questions or would like to schedule an evaluation, please don\u2019t hesitate to contact us at 865-974-6177 or <a href=\"mailto:klass@utk.edu\">klass@utk.edu<\/a> .<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At our clinic, we understand how important it is to understand your child\u2019s unique needs. 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