Parents' and guardians' experiences of barriers and facilitators in accessing autism spectrum disorder diagnostic services for their children

Evidence-based information sheets for health professionalsParents' and guardians' experiences of barriers and facilitators in accessing autism spectrum disorder diagnostic services for their children Information sourceThis Best Practice Information Sheet is a summary of evidence derived from a systematic review published in 2025 in JBI Evidence Synthesis. 1Recommendations* Health care providers (HCPs) should support and provide guidance for parents and guardians during the autism spectrum disorder (ASD) assessment and diagnosis.(Grade B) Providers of health care services should develop and employ strategies to reduce the wait times for accessing ASD assessment and diagnostic services.(Grade B) Specific education and training on ASD should be provided to HCPs including, but not limited to, primary care physicians and pediatricians.(Grade B)