Article review: General practitioner care routine for people with autism

  • Bettina Trixler Doctoral School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Pécs, Pécs, Hungary
  • Henriette Pusztafalvi Department of Health Promotion and Public Health, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Pécs, Pécs, Hungary
DOI: https://doi.org/10.58701/mej.16990
Keywords: autism spectrum disorder, general practitioner care, barriers, screening, knowledge

Abstract

Autism spectrum disorder is a neurodevelopmental disorder of a pervasive nature, with symptoms including difficulty in communication and social interaction, repetitive, repetitive behaviours and restricted interests. According to the World Health Organization, one in 100 children may be affected on the spectrum.

References

Coughlan, B., Duschinsky, R., O'Connor, M-E. & Woolgar, M. (2020). Identifying and managing care for children with autism spectrum disorders in general practice: A systematic review and narrative synthesis. Health & Social Care in the Community, 28(6): 1928-1941. https://doi.org/10.1111/hsc.13098

Published
2024-12-18
How to Cite
TrixlerB., & PusztafalviH. (2024). Article review: General practitioner care routine for people with autism. Multidisciplinary Health & Wellbeing, 2(4), 52-55. https://doi.org/10.58701/mej.16990
Issue
Vol. 2 No. 4 (2024)
Section
Short Reviews