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  • Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnoses are increasing globally.
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  • Limited understanding of ASD within the Hispanic community may hinder early identification and intervention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the relationship between sociocultural and environmental factors and ASD knowledge among Hispanic parents.
  • To identify specific factors that predict ASD knowledge in this population.
  • To inform strategies for improving ASD information dissemination to reduce diagnostic disparities.

Main Methods:

  • A survey was administered to 64 Hispanic parents at a southwest clinic.
  • The survey assessed demographics, acculturation, religiosity, social support, and ASD knowledge.
  • Statistical analysis identified predictors of ASD knowledge.

Main Results:

  • Socioeconomic status, social support, questionnaire language, spiritual attributions, and religious importance significantly predicted ASD knowledge.
  • These factors explained 43% of the variance in ASD knowledge.
  • Parental ASD knowledge is influenced by a combination of sociocultural and environmental elements.

Conclusions:

  • Sociocultural and environmental factors play a crucial role in shaping ASD knowledge among Hispanic parents.
  • Addressing these factors is essential for developing effective ASD information dissemination strategies.
  • Improving knowledge can contribute to reducing ASD diagnostic disparities in the Hispanic community.