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Bolivian ASD Landscape Project

This project seeks to identify barriers and opportunities for improving autism care in Bolivia by exploring public perceptions and families' experiences with diagnosis and therapy, ultimately aiming to develop culturally relevant strategies that could enhance access to effective services across the country and beyond.

Project Design and Aims

This study aims to explore the state of autism care in Bolivia, a low-middle-income Latin American country. We conducted 6 focus groups with Bolivian parents: two groups had typically developing children and 4 groups had children with autism. By gathering qualitative data on public perceptions of autism and families' experiences with diagnosis and therapy, the research seeks to identify barriers and opportunities for enhancing diagnostic and therapeutic services. Given the limited research and resources in Bolivia, understanding the local landscape of autism care will help develop strategies to address gaps in awareness, professional training, and access to care. The insights gained could pave the way for implementing locally tailored interventions and serve as a model for similar regions in Latin America.




 

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