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Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders

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27-07-2022 | Original Paper

Obtaining a First Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder: Descriptions of the Diagnostic Process and Correlates of Parent Satisfaction from a National Sample

Auteurs: Kristen T. MacKenzie, Carla A. Mazefsky, Shaun M. Eack

Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders | Uitgave 10/2023

Abstract

Obtaining an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis is often challenging for parents. The purpose of this study was to better understand this process and examine how elements of the process may influence parent satisfaction. A total of 406 parents of autistic children participated. Participants were administered a survey covering the ASD diagnostic process. Parents had developmental concerns early but experienced long wait times and usually attended many appointments. Mean diagnostic age was 3.26 years and overall delay was 1.20 years. Stress and being told there was “no problem” were significantly associated with parental satisfaction with the process. Findings provide insight into challenges experienced by families of autistic children and can help pinpoint areas where the diagnostic process may be improved.

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Titel: Obtaining a First Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder: Descriptions of the Diagnostic Process and Correlates of Parent Satisfaction from a National Sample
Auteurs: Kristen T. MacKenzie
Carla A. Mazefsky
Shaun M. Eack
Publicatiedatum: 27-07-2022
Uitgeverij: Springer US
Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders / Uitgave 10/2023
Print ISSN: 0162-3257
Elektronisch ISSN: 1573-3432
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-022-05673-1

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