A child may score on target in the Communication area of ASQ-3, but may still need a referral for evaluation due to difficulties communicating. Is this what the overall questions at the end of the questionnaire are designed to catch?
The Overall section at the end of each questionnaire serves as a general indicator of parental concerns. Any concern about development noted by parents should be discussed with the parents, and a referral should be made if appropriate. Keep in mind that these questions are not diagnostic; they can only serve as a guid…
Does ASQ-3 have any requirements for intervals that are supposed to be used for every child?
Ages & Stages Questionnaires (ASQ) is a flexible system that allows programs to choose the frequency of screening based on what works best with the program’s goals and capabilities. There are no set requirements for use of specific age intervals. The developers do recommend that programs screen on a regular basis, rat…
Can I utilize the 60 month ASQ-3 for a child older than 66 months?
ASQ-3 questionnaires are used to screen young children in the first 5½ years of life (1–66 months). It is not recommended to use the 60 month ASQ-3 questionnaire on an older child, as they are above the age range of the research sample used to determine the cutoff scores. However, if you don't have any other tools to …
Why are there are both 9 and 10 month questionnaires for ASQ-3?
The 9 month questionnaire interval was added to the third edition of ASQ to assist with pediatricians' use of screening tools at the 9, 18, and 30 month visits per the [AAP policy statement on screening][1]. There is an overlap between the age administration windows for the 9 and 10 month questionnaires, and your prog…
What is the ASQ keycode?
The ASQ keycode is a unique number that comes with each type of ASQ-3 or ASQ:SE-2 questionnaires and learning activities books. The keycode is provided on a sticker affixed to each product. You’ll need this keycode to access online questionnaires and learning activity sheets after you purchase a subscription to [ASQ P…
When you rescreen do you use the same ASQ-3 questionnaire or move to the next age interval?
When rescreening, the questionnaire used depends upon the age of child and the questionnaire's administration window. You should use the age-appropriate questionnaire when rescreening. You may decide to rescreen with the same questionnaire if the child remains in the age administration window and, if the child passes …
Can ASQ-3 be used as an autism screener?
ASQ-3 is not an autism screener; however, the ASQ-3 reliably picks up delays associated with autism and identifies children who should receive further evaluation. Questions on behavior and communication in the Overall section also elicit parent concerns that may point to autism. Children with autism were included in t…
Who completes ASQ-3 questionnaires?
Parents or caregivers complete the ASQ-3 questionnaires independently, or, if necessary, with the assistance of a professional. Caregivers and teachers who spend 15–20 hours per week with a child may also complete ASQ-3 questionnaires.
Is ASQ-3 available in languages besides English?
Yes, ASQ-3 questionnaires are also available in Arabic, Chinese, French, Spanish, and Vietnamese. ASQ-3 is available in Hmong and Somali in the Patient Tools, Inc. system. See [additional information][1]. [1]: http://agesandstages.com/languages/
If a child uses some sign language to communicate, should the signed words be included in his vocabulary words, even if he does not speak them?
Yes, if a child communicates with sign language, their signed words should be included. So, for item 6 in the communication domain of the 16 month questionnaire, "Does your child say eight or more words in addition to 'Mama' and 'Dada'?", you can include both spoken words and signed words.
