Reports outline mental disorders study findings from Curtin University of Technology
2007 NOV 5 -- Researchers detail in 'Development of a video-based evaluation tool in Rett syndrome,' new data in mental disorders. "This paper describes the development of a video-based evaluation tool for use in Rett syndrome (RTT). Components include a parent-report checklist, and video filming and coding protocols that contain items on eating, drinking, communication, hand function and movements, personal care and mobility," scientists in Perth, Australia report. "Ninety-seven of the 169 families who initially agreed to participate returned a videotape within 8 months of the first request. Subjects whose videos were returned had a similar age profile to those who did not provide a video but were more likely to have classical than atypical RTT. Evidence of the content and social validity and inter-rater reliability on 11 videos is provided," wrote S. Fyfe and colleagues, Curtin University of Technology. The researchers concluded: "Video may provide detailed, objective assessment of function and behaviour in RTT." Fyfe and colleagues published their study in the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders (Development of a video-based evaluation tool in Rett syndrome. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2007;37(9):1636-46). For additional information, contact S. Fyfe, Curtin University of Technology, Perth, WA, Australia. The publisher's contact information for the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders is: Kluwer Academic, Plenum Publ, 233 Spring St., New York, NY 10013, USA. Keywords: Australia, Perth, Autism, Developmental Disabilities, Developmental Disorders, Mental Disorder, Neurology, Rett Syndrome. This article was prepared by Mental Health Weekly Digest editors from staff and other reports. Copyright 2007, Mental Health Weekly Digest via NewsRx.com.
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