Is it possible for some families to opt out of screening? Should we encourage them to participate but honor their request if they decline?
The ASQ developers recommend that programs obtain the consent of parents and caregivers when screening a child. If parents choose not to participate in the screening program, it is important to respect their wishes. Keep in mind that reluctance to participate is often due to a lack of understanding about why screenin…
One of the few disadvantages of the first edition of ASQ:SE was that the validity sample did not have enough girls with social-emotional problems and, therefore, girls with scores close to the cutoffs (but not above) at the 30, 36, 48 and 60 month intervals should also be considered for referral. Is this statement still true for ASQ:SE-2?
Within the ASQ:SE-2 technical report, the developers make the following statements regarding gender and interpreting results: “It is important to note that the validity sample did not have adequate numbers of girls identified with social-emotional problems to determine if separate cutoff scores for females are…
We're implementing a new ASQ screening program at our child care center. Do you have materials to distribute at a parent information night?
A parent information meeting is a great way to introduce the concept of screening. You may find the What is ASQ-3? and What is ASQ:SE-2? parent handouts helpful as well as the sample parent welcome letters. See sample letters . This case story about a Maryland child care program that uses ASQ includes a discussion…
I’d like to share the data I’ve collected with ASQ:SE-2 with the authors to help further their research and the development of future editions. How do I do that?
The authors of the ASQ:SE-2 are always pleased to receive blind data. Please email [email protected] with your data and complete contact information, which will be shared only with the authors and not used by Brookes Publishing or any other party.
Does ASQ Online have a mobile app?
No, there is not an app for ASQ Online. However, ASQ Family Access pages are responsively designed, which allows the pages to adjust based on the size of the mobile device allowing for easy readability. We are currently exploring developing an app for parents.
What topics does the ASQ Training Institute cover?
At the ASQ Training Institute, you'll learn everything you need to know to instruct your colleagues in using ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE-2 to screen infants and young children for developmental and social-emotional delays. The three-day seminar will teach you how to implement ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE-2 effectively; score questionnaires…
Is ASQ:SE-2 parent-friendly?
ASQ:SE-2 questionnaires have been carefully designed to ensure clarity and ease of implementation for parents. Each questionnaire item is written in simple, straightforward language (at a 4th- to 6th-grade reading level), illustrations are provided when possible, and concrete examples are included. To further enhance…
We have found that ASQ:SE-2 does not pick up attachment issues that we can see are a concern for our clients. Can you recommend another checklist or questionnaire that picks up on attachment issues and would facilitate a conversation with parents about attachment issues?
The ASQ developers recommend using the Social-Emotional Assessment Measure (SEAM) . The SEAM Family Profile solicits information related to attachment issues. The tool gets to the heart of whether or not the parent is able to be a "safe haven/secure base" for the child and would definitely facilitate attachment-rela…
If you have given the child a screening and there are concerns, where do you go from there to get help for a child?
Information about interpreting ASQ:SE-2 scores and providing follow-up is provided on pages 96-107 of ASQ:SE-2 User's Guide. If concerns exist, referral to early intervention/early childhood special education or mental health evaluation may be appropriate. The following resources may also be helpful: Interpreting …
Is ASQ:SE-2 technically sound?
ASQ:SE-2 was investigated with more than 16,424 questionnaires across the age intervals. Reliability is 89%; validity is between 71% and 90%. Complete details can be found in the technical report in the ASQ :SE-2 User’s Guide .
