St. David's Center for Child and Family Development
Autism Assessment
The Harman Center for Child & Family Wellbeing
1200 Marquette Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55403
Distance: 1041 Miles
(952) 939-0396
https://www.stdavidscenter.org/ea
Service Details
Description
Program that evaluates people for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and identifies the best treatment options
Features
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Area Served by County
- Anoka County
- Carver County
- Dakota County
- Hennepin County
- Ramsey County
- Scott County
- Washington County
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Specialization
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Ethiopian Community
- Somali Community
Area Served
Serves the Twin Cities metro area.
Websites
Phone Numbers
Type | Number | Hours |
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Main | (952) 939-0396 |
Last Update
10/30/2024
Other Locations
- St. David's Center for Child and Family Development Call for location, MN
- The Harman Center for Child & Family Wellbeing - Early Childhood Mental Health 1200 Marquette Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55403
Other Services or resources
Taxonomy Terms Used: Clicking a taxonomy term from the list below launches a new search.
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LF-7000.6500Pediatric Developmental Assessment Definition
Programs that provide a comprehensive, structured evaluation of a child's cognitive/intellectual functioning, language and communication skills, independent living skills, social and emotional development and perceptual/motor functioning in order to identify individuals who show developmental delays, determine the nature and extent of the problem and recommend a course of treatment and care. Developmental assessments are generally offered by a developmental assessment specialist, or a team of professionals that can include a pediatrician, language specialist, audiologist, occupational therapist, child psychologist and child psychiatrist, among others. They involve age-adjusted questions regarding a child's growth, physical movements, behavior, play, and interactions with family members and the rest of the world as well as a series of tests that may include a physical exam, hearing and eye screenings, play observation, and standardized tests that present the child with specific tasks to determine areas of strength and weakness. They can also be used to identify individuals who have developmental disabilities such as intellectual disabilities, epilepsy, cerebral palsy, autism and neurological impairments, in order to establish eligibility for state and federally funded programs.
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YF-1800.0400Autism Spectrum Disorder Definition
A developmental disorder that affects communication and behavior, and includes symptoms that impair the individual's ability to function properly in school, work and other areas of life. Although autism can be diagnosed at any age, it is said to be a "developmental disorder" because symptoms generally appear in the first two years of life. Autism is also known as a "spectrum" disorder because there is wide variation in the type and severity of symptoms people experience. People with ASD have difficulty with social communication and interaction (e.g. lack of eye contact, voice tones that sound sing-song or robotic, facial expressions or gestures that don't match what is being said), restricted interests (e.g., intense interest in numbers, details, facts), restrictive/repetitive behavior (e.g., repeating words or phrases, getting upset at changes in routine or sensory input such as light or noise). People with ASD may also experience sleep problems or irritability, but also have many strengths including the ability to learn things in detail and remember information for long periods of time; being strong visual and auditory learners; and excelling in math, science, music or art. But although ASD can be a lifelong disorder and while children who have ASD have difficulty in talking, playing with other children, and relating to others, including their own family, treatment and services can improve their symptoms and ability to function.
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YH-0300African Community Definition
Individuals whose nationality, ethnic background and cultural ancestry are those of one of the countries and peoples of the continent of Africa.
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YH-0300.1800Ethiopian Community Definition
Individuals who are either citizens of Ethiopia or who identify themselves as part of the Ethiopian community. Ethiopia is a country in east Africa. The official language is Amharic.
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YH-0300.8150Somali Community Definition
Individuals who identify themselves as part of the Somali community. Somalia is a country in east Africa, although without any effective national government due to lengthy civil war. Breakaway governments operate in Somaliland and Puntland. The official language is Somali.