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Setting Families Up for Success: A Pilot Study of a Toolkit to Enhance the Autism Spectrum Disorder Diagnostic Evaluation Process

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Title: Setting Families Up for Success: A Pilot Study of a Toolkit to Enhance the Autism Spectrum Disorder Diagnostic Evaluation Process
Language: English
Authors: Rachel Haine-Schlagel (ORCID 0000-0001-9123-3704), Christina Corsello, Barbara Caplan, Hilary Gould, Lauren Brookman-Frazee
Source: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. 2024 54(3):1221-1230.
Availability: Springer. Available from: Springer Nature. One New York Plaza, Suite 4600, New York, NY 10004. Tel: 800-777-4643; Tel: 212-460-1500; Fax: 212-460-1700; e-mail: customerservice@springernature.com; Web site: https://link.springer.com/
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 10
Publication Date: 2024
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Descriptors: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Clinical Diagnosis, Diagnostic Tests, Parent Attitudes, Program Effectiveness, Barriers, Access to Education
DOI: 10.1007/s10803-022-05601-3
ISSN: 0162-3257
1573-3432
Abstract: Families of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) face challenges engaging in services following diagnosis. This study: (1) developed and implemented a toolkit to tailor ASD evaluation feedback to families' needs, and (2) evaluated caregiver and provider perceptions of the toolkit. Focus groups with providers (N = 11) informed toolkit development. Seven providers participated in pilot training and implementation. Provider and caregiver toolkit perceptions were assessed using interviews, surveys, and a fidelity checklist. Toolkit strategies reflect focus group themes. Provider and caregiver ratings suggest the initial feasibility, acceptability, and utility of the toolkit. This toolkit may be feasible to implement in community settings and may increase caregiver satisfaction, though further refinements are needed to support service connection.
Abstractor: As Provided
Entry Date: 2024
Accession Number: EJ1415141
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:Families of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) face challenges engaging in services following diagnosis. This study: (1) developed and implemented a toolkit to tailor ASD evaluation feedback to families' needs, and (2) evaluated caregiver and provider perceptions of the toolkit. Focus groups with providers (N = 11) informed toolkit development. Seven providers participated in pilot training and implementation. Provider and caregiver toolkit perceptions were assessed using interviews, surveys, and a fidelity checklist. Toolkit strategies reflect focus group themes. Provider and caregiver ratings suggest the initial feasibility, acceptability, and utility of the toolkit. This toolkit may be feasible to implement in community settings and may increase caregiver satisfaction, though further refinements are needed to support service connection.
ISSN:0162-3257
1573-3432
DOI:10.1007/s10803-022-05601-3