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Published on: July 31, 2017

From policy to practice: strategies to overcome barriers in early autism care pathways

Khaled Saad1, Abdulrahman A Al-Atram2, Amira Elhoufey3

  • 1Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, Assiut University, Assiut, Egypt. ksaad8@yahoo.com.

Pediatric Research
|June 2, 2026
PubMed

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Many children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) experience diagnostic delays despite early screening policies. Improving parent education and access to digital therapies can accelerate care, especially in underserved regions.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Nationwide policies aim for early autism screening and intervention.
  • However, many children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are diagnosed late, often after age three.
  • These children also receive fewer therapy hours than recommended.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify reasons for delays in autism diagnosis and intervention.
  • To propose practical solutions for improving access to timely and effective care for children with ASD.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of factors contributing to delayed diagnosis and intervention.
  • Review of current service delivery models and resource limitations.

Main Results:

  • Common delays stem from missed early signs, limited urban services, cultural factors, and provider shortages.
  • Most children are diagnosed after age three, receiving insufficient therapy.

Conclusions:

  • Parent education programs can empower families to recognize early signs.
  • Government-funded digital therapies can bridge geographical and resource gaps.
  • Enhanced referral systems and provider training are crucial for timely ASD care, particularly in underserved areas.
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