Title
Do Mothers and Fathers of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder Have Different Support Needs?
Author
Jonathan Lai
Summary
This online article summarizes a study which examined the support needs of mothers and fathers of children with autism. Mothers were found to have greater unmet support needs compared to fathers, including knowledge of ASD, support with household work, and connecting with other parents. The summary suggests that the findings of the study may help professionals tailor supports to family characteristics and support needs.

The Autism Spectrum Disorders Treatment and Care Research group, based out of York University, writes summaries of research studies on autism and developmental disabilities to inform parents, individuals with autism, practitioners, and the general public on recent findings about autism.
Language
English
Subjects
Family Support
Publisher
Chair in Autism Spectrum Disorders Treatment and Care Research
DateModified
12/30/2022 7:35 PM EST