Differential diagnosis of autism, attachment disorders, complex post‐traumatic stress disorder and emotionally unstable personality disorder: A Delphi study

British Journal of Psychology, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Sept. 20, 2024

Abstract Individuals diagnosed with autism, attachment disorders, emotionally unstable personality disorder (EUPD) or complex post‐traumatic stress (CPTSD) can present similar features. This renders differential and accurate diagnosis of these conditions difficult, leading to diagnostic overshadowing misdiagnosis. The purpose this study was explore professionals' perspectives on the disorders CPTSD in young people; EUPD adults. A co‐produced three‐round Delphi gathered information through a series questionnaires from 106 international professionals expertise assessing and/or diagnosing at least one conditions. To provide specialist guidance data triangulation, working groups experts by experience, clinicians researchers were consulted. statements considered have reached consensus if 80% participants agreement. Two hundred seventy‐five consensus. Overlapping differentiating features, methods assessment, difficulties encountered during suggestions for improvements identified. findings highlight current practices people Areas future research, clinical service provision implications, also

Language: Английский

A Systematic Review on Assessing Assessments: Unveiling Psychometric Properties of Instruments for Reactive Attachment Disorder and Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder in Minors under Protective Measures

Children, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 11(2), P. 144 - 144

Published: Jan. 24, 2024

Background: Reactive attachment disorder (RAD) and disinhibited social engagement (DSED) manifest in individuals facing system challenges, particularly observed minors under protective measures. The lack of standardized tools for assessing these difficulties uncertainty about the most effective instruments from a psychometric perspective prompted this study. Aim: Using COSMIN checklist, we systematically reviewed RAD, adhering to PRISMA. Methodology: Examined included Disturbance Attachment Interview, Preschool Age Psychiatric Assessment, Relationship Patterns Questionnaire, Assessment RAD DSED, Development Well-Being Disorder Questionnaire. Results: Of 10 articles analyzed, results highlight research emphasis on internal consistency structural construct validity, sidelining other properties. Conclusion: Most review validity consistency. These measures are satisfactory but insufficiently evaluated. It is necessary evaluate using indicators such as cross-cultural measurement error, or responsiveness adolescents

Language: Английский