A prevalence study of Autism Spectrum Disorder in Russia

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The estimated prevalence of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) among Russian elementary school children is 22.2 per 1,000, significantly higher than official statistics.
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Russian official statistics report an ASD prevalence of only 0.41 per 1,000, indicating a substantial underdiagnosis of the condition.
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Barriers to ASD diagnosis in Russia include limited access to diagnostic services and societal stigma surrounding psychiatric labels.
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The study utilized a two-phase epidemiological approach and established instruments for ASD identification, achieving a 25.6% participation rate.
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Findings suggest that systemic challenges must be addressed to improve early detection and service provision for ASD in Russia.

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