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Autism disclosure methods like cards or bracelets significantly reduce stigma and negative perceptions for mothers and children. This allows parents to choose the best disclosure option for their family.

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  • Psychology
  • Social Science
  • Developmental Psychology

Background:

  • Autism disclosure is a critical aspect of navigating social interactions for mother-child dyads.
  • Understanding the impact of disclosure methods on public perception is essential for reducing stigma.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the comparative effectiveness of different autism disclosure methods on parental perceptions.
  • To assess how disclosure cards and bracelets influence stigma compared to no disclosure.

Main Methods:

  • A study involving 383 U.S. parents evaluated perceptions of a mother-child dyad under three conditions: disclosure card, disclosure bracelet, and no disclosure.
  • Participants responded to 18 questions assessing various perceptions.

Main Results:

  • Parents in disclosure conditions (card or bracelet) reported significantly less criticism of the mother/child and a reduced need to protect their own child.
  • Disclosure methods also significantly decreased feelings of embarrassment for the mother.

Conclusions:

  • Autism disclosure, through methods like cards or bracelets, effectively reduces stigma and negative perceptions.
  • The availability of diverse, effective disclosure tools empowers parents to select preferences that best suit their needs.