Autism-Friendly Healthcare: A Narrative Review of the Literature.

Hamdan, Samar Z; Bennett, Amanda

Hamdan, Samar Z; Bennett, Amanda.

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Hamdan SZ; Department of Pediatrics, College of Medicine and Surgery, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, SAU.
Bennett A; Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, USA.

Cureus ; 16(7): e64108, 2024 Jul.

Article en En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39114203

ABSTRACT

ABSTRACT

Disparities in healthcare access, delivery, and outcomes exist between autistic and non-autistic individuals. Autism-friendly healthcare initiatives aim to facilitate and improve the healthcare experience of autistic individuals by addressing commonly encountered challenges. While there is no consensus regarding the definition of autism-friendly healthcare, in this narrative review, we examine previously published research to determine the most important components of autism-friendly healthcare. Patient-related factors, provider-related factors, and system-related factors should be addressed. Proactivity, flexibility, and collaboration should guide the process of transforming the healthcare system. Finally, multiple strategies can be utilized as appropriate to the setting and individuals.

Palabras clave

autism; autism-friendly; autistic patients; barriers; healthcare; healthcare experience

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Texto completo: 1 Colección: 01-internacional Base de datos: MEDLINE Idioma: En Revista: Cureus Año: 2024 Tipo del documento: Article Pais de publicación: Estados Unidos

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