Healthcare professionals’ perspectives on the challenges faced by parents of children with autism and recommendations to address them: a qualitative study in Hong Kong - Takeaways - MDSpire

Healthcare professionals’ perspectives on the challenges faced by parents of children with autism and recommendations to address them: a qualitative study in Hong Kong

  • By

  • Karen KY Ma

  • Anne-Marie Burn

  • Oscar WH Wong

  • Olivia Choi

  • Sandra SM Chan

  • May 25, 2026

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    Healthcare professionals identified emotional strain as a significant challenge for parents of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

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    Misunderstandings about ASD and its management were noted as key issues affecting parents and caregivers, influenced by misinformation and misinterpretation of behaviors.

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    Recommendations for parents included improving relational skills, cultivating curiosity in parenting, and prioritizing self-care to better support their children.

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    Psychoeducation was highlighted as a necessary intervention to enhance support for parents and caregivers of children with ASD.

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    The study emphasizes the importance of integrating healthcare professionals' insights with parents' experiences to address the challenges faced in ASD caregiving.

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Healthcare professionals’ perspectives on the challenges faced by parents of children with autism and recommendations to address them: a qualitative study in Hong Kong

  • by Karen KY Ma, Anne-Marie Burn, Oscar WH Wong, Olivia Choi, Sandra SM Chan

  • May 25, 2026

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