The path to an autism spectrum disorders diagnosis in Ethiopia
Parent perspective
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 9050874 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Waganesh A Zeleke (0000-0002-4604-336X, University of Teacher Education in Special Needs), Tammy Hughes, Tammy L Hughes (0000-0002-4128-3516, University of Teacher Education in Special Needs), Morgan Chitiyo (0000-0002-7428-956X, University of Teacher Education in Special Needs) |
| Year | 2018 |
| Volume | 88 |
| Issue | 3 |
| Pages | 316-327 |
| Publication date | 2018-01-01 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | No |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | American Journal of Orthopsychiatry (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0002-9432 • E-ISSN: 1939-0025 |
| Publisher | American Psychological Association (APA) (PUBLISHER) |
| DOI | 10.1037/ort0000249 |
| PMID | 28816489 |
| OpenAlex | W2750432109 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 9 |
| References cited | 3 |
This study explores the common characteristics of children with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) and the available diagnostic and intervention currently practiced for children with ASDs in Ethiopia based on parents' experience. Data gathered from 100 parents in Ethiopia detail the difficulties families face when they suspect their child has an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The data indicate Ethiopian parents pursued a diagnosis of ASD after noting common ASD behaviors such as hand flapping and unusual attachments to objects. Poor social interactions were the least likely to symptoms to prompt an ASD evaluation. The large majority of parents indicated they were unaware of the services provided to their children and indicated poor parent-agency coordination. Parents noted very limited formal support systems to help cope with the stigma of having a child with ASD. Implication for future research and intervention are discussed. (PsycINFO Database Record
Autism · Autism spectrum disorder · Developmental psychology · Family medicine · Intervention (counseling) · MEDLINE · Perspective (graphical) · Psychiatry · PsycINFO · Social stigma · Suspect · Autism Spectrum Disorder Research · Child Development and Digital Technology · Clinical Psychology · Family and Disability Support Research · Medicine · Psychology
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| Unique citing works | 9 |
|---|---|
| Citations per year | 1,5 |
| Citation span | 2020 - 2025 (6) |
| Citation velocity | recent |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 8 |