Journal article
Perspectives of Canadian Rural Consultant Pediatricians on Diagnosing Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Qualitative Study
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Consultant pediatricians represent a potential resource for increasing autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnostic capacity; however, little is known about how they perceive their roles in ASD diagnosis.
OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study was to examine the perspectives of rural consultant pediatricians regarding their perceived roles, facilitators, and barriers in ASD diagnosis.
Authors
Das J; Hartman L; King G; Jones-Stokreef N; Hepburn CM; Penner M
Journal
Journal of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics, Vol. 43, No. 3, pp. 149–158
Publisher
Wolters Kluwer
Publication Date
April 2022
DOI
10.1097/dbp.0000000000001006
ISSN
0196-206X