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DOI Prefix: 10.47001/IRJIET
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a
condition characterized by difficulties in social interaction, communication,
and repetitive behaviors, impairing an individual's ability to effectively
engage with others. With an estimated global prevalence of 1 in 100 children,
ASD rates vary across different countries (World Health Organization, 2023).
Identifying and intervening early has been demonstrated to have a significant impact
on improving the outcomes of children diagnosed with ASD. The goal of this
research is to create and validate a screening tool that is culturally relevant
and contextually appropriate for identifying ASD related speech impairments in
children between the ages of 3 and 4 who speak Sinhala. In a clinical setting,
we conducted a study involving children with and without ASD, gathering a total
of 30 audio recordings from both groups. We are employing standardized
questionnaires to evaluate question-answering accuracy, collecting voice input
to detect speaking tone abnormalities, and analyzing pronunciation skills, all
through our developed mobile application, in an effort to detect speech
impairments associated with ASD. This development will have significant
implications for the identification and treatment of ASD in Sri Lankan
children, particularly those who speak Sinhala. This will make a noteworthy
contribution to the ASD research field.
Country : Sri Lanka
IRJIET, Volume 7, Issue 10, October 2023 pp. 470-478