Diagnóstico equivocados: explorandos os erros diagnósticos comuns em adultos com TEA

Abstract

This article investigates common diagnostic errors in adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), analyzing the complexity, heterogeneity, and symptom overlap that often lead to misdiagnoses. The study highlights diagnostic confusion between ASD and other disorders, such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and anxiety disorders. The research was conducted using the PRISMA methodology, ensuring a rigorous selection of studies on ASD diagnosis in adults and 2 its comorbidities. The results indicate that anxiety disorders and depression are the most prevalent comorbidities and that the lack of specialized training is a key factor contributing to diagnostic errors. In addition to mapping these challenges, the study proposes strategies to improve diagnostic accuracy and emphasizes the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in the evaluation process, particularly highlighting the role of speech-language pathologists in ensuring more effective and targeted care for this population Keywords: Autism Spectrum Disorder; Diagnostic errors; Comorbidities; Differential diagnosis; Multidisciplinary assessment; Speech-language pathology.