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ABDS
Adaptive Behavior Diagnostic Scale
Nils A. Pearson, Ph.D., James R. Patton, Daniel W. Mruzek
An interview-based rating scale that assesses the adaptive behavior of individuals between the ages of 2 through 21 years
Overview
Overview
The Adaptive Behavior Diagnostic Scale (ABDS) is an interview-based rating scale that assesses the adaptive behavior of individuals between the ages of 2 through 21 years.
- Helps to establish the presence and the magnitude of adaptive behavior deficits
- ABDS scores are compatible with state and federal special education classification systems and consistent with the DSM-V and American Association Intellectual and Developmental Disorders (AAIDD) definitions of intellectual disability
- May be used to assess the adaptive behavior of individuals with or suspected of having intellectual disability, Autism Spectrum Disorder, learning disabilities, mental or behavioral health condition or other similar concerns
Key Areas Measured
Key Areas Measured
- Conceptual Domain
- Social Domain
- Practical Domain
Quick Reference
Age
2 to 21
Administration Type
Self
Administration Time
30 Minutes
Number of Items
150
Qualification Level
B
Format(s)
Handscored
Quick Reference
Age
2 to 21
Administration Type
Self
Administration Time
30 Minutes
Number of Items
150
Qualification Level
B
Format(s)
Handscored
Reliability and ValidityReliability and Validity
Normative DataNormative Data
The internal consistency reliability coefficients of the domain and composite scores were all above .90 for all age and disability groups. A study of the diagnostic accuracy, a highly rigorous validity technique, is reported with regards to sensitivity (.85), specificity (.99), classification accuracy (.98), and receiver operating characteristic/area under the curve (.99).
Pricing
Online
Assess easily online from anywhere. Includes automatic scoring and report generation.
Software
Requires software. Includes automatic scoring and report generation.
Handscored
QuikScore forms are scored by hand without reports.
Starter Kits
Starter Kits
Simulations
Simulations
KitsKits
ABDS Complete Kit
Examiner's Manual, Rating Scale Reference Card, and 25 Examiner Record Booklets, all in a sturdy storage box
N/A
N/A
HandscoredCA: $170.00145100
FormsForms
ABDS Record Booklet
ABDS Record Booklet
N/A
N/A
HandscoredCA: $57.00145120(Sold in packs of 25)
Ortiz PVAT LicensesOrtiz PVAT Licenses
Online ScoringOnline Scoring
Supplementary MaterialsSupplementary Materials
Other MaterialsOther Materials
ABDS Manual
ABDS Manual
Default TitleCA:
$114.00145110CA:
$114.00
