A comparison of WISC-IV and WISC-V verbal comprehension index scores for children with autism spectrum disorder

Objectives: This study aimed to explore changes in verbal comprehension subtest and index scores from Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children, fourth edition (WISC)-IV to WISC-V for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), as the test revision dropped the subtest that has proven to be most...

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Published in:Clinical neuropsychologist 2019-08, Vol.33 (6), p.1127-1137
Main Authors: Kuehnel, Carolyn A., Castro, Rafael, Furey, William M.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adolescent
assessment
Autism spectrum disorder
Autism Spectrum Disorder - diagnosis
Child
cognitive profile
Comprehension - physiology
Female
Humans
Male
Neuropsychological Tests - standards
verbal intellect
Wechsler Scales - standards
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Summary:Objectives: This study aimed to explore changes in verbal comprehension subtest and index scores from Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children, fourth edition (WISC)-IV to WISC-V for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), as the test revision dropped the subtest that has proven to be most challenging for those with ASD (i.e. Comprehension). Methods: In all, 48 children with ASD who had been assessed with WISC-IV and re-evaluated with WISC-V were included in this study. Paired samples t-tests were used to examine changes in scores between administrations. Results: Results indicated that changes in subtest scores were minimal although a statistically significant index score change occurred. Discussion: These data suggest that administering additional measures of verbal intellect to individuals with ASD (i.e. beyond the two core verbal comprehension subtests of WISC-V) is critical for capturing the totality of their strengths and weaknesses, to effectively inform treatment planning.
ISSN:1385-4046
1744-4144
DOI:10.1080/13854046.2018.1503721