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Vandana Doda1, Cheryl Kennedy2, Mandeep Kaur3
1Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Cone Health, Greensboro, USA.
Cureus
|February 8, 2024
Summary
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) requires better policies and support for diagnosis and services. Enhancing support systems can improve the quality of life for individuals with ASD and their families.
Area of Science:
- Neurodevelopmental disorders
- Autism spectrum disorder research
Background:
- Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) presents significant social, behavioral, and learning challenges.
- Individuals with ASD and their families face difficulties in obtaining timely diagnosis and consistent specialty services.
- Access to healthcare, mental health, education, employment, and social support is often inadequate.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current policies and support mechanisms for individuals with ASD and their families.
- To identify existing gaps in services and support systems.
- To recommend evidence-based improvements for policy and support structures.
Main Methods:
- Policy analysis
- Review of current support mechanisms
- Evidence-based research synthesis
- Data analysis
Main Results:
- Current policies and support systems show significant gaps in addressing the needs of individuals with ASD.
- Inconsistent access to essential services like healthcare, education, and employment was identified.
- There is a need for more robust and integrated support structures.
Conclusions:
- Autism spectrum disorder is a lifelong condition requiring comprehensive and sustained support.
- Strengthening policies and enhancing support services are crucial for improving the quality of life for individuals with ASD.
- Continued research and data-driven recommendations are essential for policy development.
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