Table 1.
Participant characteristics
| ASD group (N = 20) | TD group (N = 20) | Comparison coefficients | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age (years): M (SD) | 4.03 (1.09) | 4.25 (.63) | t(38) = .75, p = .46 |
| Gender: M, F | 16, 4 | 16, 4 | – |
| MSEL, SS: M (SD)a | 69.50 (23.10) | 102.00 (17.84) | t(38) = 4.98, p < .001 |
| ADOS, C-SevSc: M (SD)b | 6.45 (2.44) | – | – |
| ADOS, C-SA: M (SD)c | 11.80 (4.14) | – | – |
| ADOS, C-RRB: M (SD)d | 4.40 (2.14) | – | – |
aMullen Scales of Early Learning Standard Score (Early Learning Composite)
bAutism Diagnostic Observation Schedule: Calibrated Severity Score
cAutism Diagnostic Observation Schedule: Calibrated Social Affect Score
dAutism Diagnostic Observation Schedule: Calibrated Restricted and Repetitive Behaviours Score