The PDDBI was developed with several primary goals in mind:
Now available
The PDDBI Score Report has been enhanced. Updates include a new interpretive guidance section, a revised look and feel with clear icons indicating score ranges, and an optional items and responses section.
PDDBI Professional Manual Supplement: Autism Spectrum Disorder Decision Tree (ASD-DT)
The ASD-DT is designed to enhance the diagnostic power of the PDDBI. Once a parent or teacher has completed the Extended Form, the ASD-DT allows you to use those scores to complete the branches of a decision tree that ultimately results in a diagnostic category. An algorithm is used to transform PDDBI scores into subgroups of ASD (Atypical ASD, Minimally Verbal ASD, or Verbal ASD) as well as non-ASD subgroups. Intervention suggestions and further recommendations are provided for all subgroups. The ASD-DT is designed to be used with individuals ages 1:6 to 12:5 years. PARiConnect reports automatically include the ASD-DT report when appropriate.
PDDBI Professional Manual Supplement: Adolescent Normative Data
This supplement extends the age range of the PDDBI normative data to age 18:5 years. Ideal for use when monitoring progress over time, this extension to the normative data can be used with both parent and teacher ratings on the PDDBI. The standardization sample includes individuals from a range of racial and ethnic backgrounds and geographic regions. The adolescent normative data are appropriate for use when either the standard or extended items are administered. The normative data are available on PARiConnect reports.
Supplemental material from PDDBI author Ira L. Cohen explains how to use the Autism Spectrum Disorder Decision Tree with the PDDBI for screening and intervention planning. A second white paper explains the creation and use of the new Spanish translation of the PDDBI Parent Form. Visit the Resources tab above to view or download.
PLUS, this kit includes a certificate for 5 FREE reports on PARiConnect!
e-Manuals and e-Stimulus Books are limited to a single user and device. Please see our e-Manuals FAQ before ordering e-Manuals, and please see our e-Stimulus Books FAQ before ordering e-Stimulus Books.
i-Admins provide on-screen test administration, either in your office or remotely. Purchasers should own the PDDBI Professional Manual or purchase it before use. Reports must be purchased separately.
I’m treating autistic patients who have TRICARE insurance. Is the PDDBI approved by TRICARE’s Autism Care Demonstration (ACD) program?
Yes. The PDDBI is approved by TRICARE for use by ABA therapists. According to the ACD, TRICARE requires the following age-based outcome measures for beneficiaries at initial assessment and every six months:
PAR publishes two other tests that evaluate parent stress and are part of the ACD program.
PAR distributes the SRS-2 which is also part of the Autism Care Demonstration program.
Please visit the TRICARE website for more information about autism tests.