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Autism and the African American community
Ruby M Gourdine1, Tiffany D Baffour, Martell Teasley
1School of Social Work, Howard University, Washington, District of Columbia 20059, USA. rgourdine@howard.edu
Social Work in Public Health
|June 29, 2011
Summary
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) affects children of all races equally, but diagnosis is delayed in African American children, potentially requiring longer interventions. This impacts families and highlights the need for equitable care and research.
Area of Science:
- Neurodevelopmental disorders
- Genetics and autism spectrum disorders
- Public health and autism
Background:
- Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) affects approximately 1 in 500 births, with diagnosis and treatment varying.
- African Americans face higher disability rates due to healthcare access disparities.
- Autism diagnosis rates are consistent across racial groups, but timing differs.
Observation:
- African American children are diagnosed with autism later than White children.
- Delayed diagnosis may necessitate more intensive and prolonged interventions for African American children.
- This disparity impacts the entire African American family system.
Findings:
- The article examines autism's causes, diagnosis, and treatments, focusing on the African American experience.
- A case study illustrates the profound impact of autism on an African American family.
- Understanding autism is crucial, particularly concerning its relationship with the human genome.
Implications:
- Highlights the need for culturally sensitive diagnostic practices and early intervention programs.
- Calls for policy changes to ensure equitable access to autism care for African American families.
- Suggests future research directions focusing on genetic factors and health disparities in autism.
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