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Preliminary Psychometric Assessment of the Parent Scale for Symptoms of Depression in Autism

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  • Brianne Derby

  • Lindsey Wilson

  • Elizabeth Kelley

  • April 17, 2026

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    The study assessed the psychometric properties of the Symptoms of Autistic Depression—Parent (SAD-P) scale for autistic youth.

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    A one-factor model was identified as the best fit for the SAD-P scale through exploratory factor analysis.

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    The SAD-P demonstrated acceptable convergent validity with the Child Behaviour Checklist Depression subscale and good discriminant validity.

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    The SAD-P aims to address the unique presentation of depressive symptoms in autistic youth compared to neurotypical youth.

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    Further validation research is necessary to confirm the SAD-P's effectiveness as a measure of depressive symptoms in youth.

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Preliminary Psychometric Assessment of the Parent Scale for Symptoms of Depression in Autism

  • by Brianne Derby, Lindsey Wilson, Elizabeth Kelley

  • April 17, 2026

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