Program Director
- Jacqueline Wynn, PhD
Dr. Wynn is the Program Director at Nationwide Children's Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders. - Learn about our team »
Contact Information
- 187 West Schrock Road
Westerville, OH 43081
Phone: (614) 355-8315
Fax: (614) 355-8361 - Contact the Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders »
Related Topics
- The Autism Puzzle Special on NBC-4 TV
Visit The Autism Puzzle to watch the video » - Learn about Autism Awareness »
Light It Up Blue for Autism
- On April 1, prominent buildings across North America and the world including the Empire State Building will be lit up blue to raise awareness for autism and to commemorate World Autism Awareness Day on Friday, April 2. Join in to support Autism Awareness by wearing something blue on April 2!
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Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders
Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) are a group of neurologically based developmental conditions that are characterized by delays in three areas: language and communication, socialization, and repetitive and ritualistic behaviors. ASDs include autism, Asperger’s, and pervasive developmental disorder-not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS). These are spectrum disorders, and for each child the severity of symptoms in each area can range from mild to severe. It is estimated that ASDs occur in 1 in 110 children.
Additional information provided on:
- What are Autism Spectrum Disorders?
- Early Screening and Diagnosis
- Developmental Assessment Program
- Intensive Behavioral Intervention
- Behavioral Consult Services
- School Age Services
- Educational Support Services
- Parent Training
- Social Skills for Children with Aspergers
Services provided at Nationwide Children's Hospital include:
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Child Development Center Services:
- Diagnosis
- Psychological Assessments
- Medical Management
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Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders:
- Intensive Behavioral Intervention (ABA)
- Behavioral Consultation
- Educational Consultation
- Asperger’s Counseling Services
- Asperger’s Social Skills Groups
- Parent Training
- Community Education
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Other NCH Department Partnerships:
- Genetic Counseling
- Speech Language Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Nutrition
- Behavioral Health
The Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers (M-CHAT) instrument is used to screen toddlers between 16 and 30 months of age to assess their risk for autism spectrum disorders. If you answer “No” about your child to more than 3 items, contact your child’s pediatrician or family physician for an evaluation, or call (614) 355-8080 to request an appointment with Nationwide Children’s Behavioral Health Services. For additional information, please call (614) 355-8315 and ask to speak with an Autism Resource Coordinator.
Please note that there is a high false positive rate, meaning that not all children who score at risk for autism spectrum disorders will be diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders.
Access the M-CHAT screening instrument »
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