Could a 5-Minute quiz speed up autism diagnosis in adults?
NCT ID NCT06549179
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 42 times
Summary
This study is testing whether a simple 8-item screening tool called the Autism Mental Status Exam (AMSE) can help non-specialist doctors and psychologists identify autism in adults. Currently, getting a diagnosis can take nearly two years in France, and many people referred to expert centers do not end up having autism. The study will enroll 410 adults seeking an autism evaluation and compare the AMSE results to a full expert diagnosis. If the tool works well, it could streamline the referral process and reduce long waiting times.
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Pitié-Salpêtrière Hospital
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What this could mean
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Active substance
Autism Mental Status Examination (AMSE) scale
What this could lead to
If the AMSE proves accurate enough, it could become a standard first step for autism screening in adults, speeding up referrals and reducing wait times.
What could go wrong
This is a validation study, not a treatment trial. The tool may not perform as well in real-world settings as it did in small expert-led studies, and it is not a substitute for a full diagnostic evaluation.
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