Social Communication Questionnaire (SCQ)

The Social Communication Questionnaire (SCQ) is a screening tool used by professionals to assess early signs of social communication challenges associated with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). It involves a questionnaire filled out by a parent or caregiver, focusing on behaviors related to social interaction, communication, and repetitive behaviors. The SCQ helps identify whether further evaluation is needed and provides insights into a child's social development. It is not a diagnostic tool but serves as an initial step in understanding social and communication skills in children who may have autism.