Salud Ciencia y Tecnología, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 5, P. 1173 - 1173
Published: Dec. 5, 2024
Introduction: Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) presents challenges such as social stigma, bullying, and difficulties in fostering inclusive environments. Addressing these barriers requires exploring healthcare utilization, parental advocacy, experiences within a cultural context. The objective of this study was to explore analyze the factors influencing understanding, bullying towards individuals with autism, identify effective strategies for environments.Methods: A cross-sectional conducted at King Khalid Hospital's outpatient clinic Saudi Arabia. total 200 families were selected through convenience sampling. Data collected using Quotient (AQ), Social Responsiveness Scale (SRS), Community Attitudes Toward Disability (CATD), Bullying Peer Relations Questionnaire, Cultural Competence Assessment Tool (CCAT), Parent Advocacy Scale. analysis involved descriptive inferential statistics correlations.Results: sample consisted 55% females, 80% being nationals. Moderate autistic traits noted (AQ mean score: 126.7), significant identified (SRS 159.1). attitudes generally positive (CATD 94.2), but prevalent (mean 54.5). competence moderate (CCAT 103.2), advocacy key factor improving outcomes (Parent 116.2).Conclusion: highlights need increased support, reduced improved foster environments autism. Parental emerged critical better outcomes.
Language: Английский