ArticleJournal of autism and developmental disorders2025
Awareness of Autism Spectrum Disorder Among Population of Kazakhstan.
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- The assessing medical professionals' knowledge of autism spectrum disorders.Journal of public health research · 2026Article
- Diverging trends in neurodevelopmental disorder diagnoses among children aged below 16 years in Kazakhstan (2014-2024): a national registry study.Frontiers in psychiatry · 2026Article
- Financial challenges and economic impact on families of children with autism spectrum disorder in Kazakhstan.Frontiers in public health · 2026Article
- Epidemiological trends in autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders in Kazakhstan (2016-2022): a regional and national perspective.Frontiers in psychiatry · 2025Article
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backgroundIn recent years, an abundance of research has substantiated the escalating prevalence of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) on a global scale. The aim to assess the level of awareness regarding ASD among the Kazakhstan population, as well as their readiness to offer help to individuals affected by ASD.
methodsA cross-sectional study was conducted encompassing individuals aged 18 years and above, using both the Russian and Kazakh languages. The survey was administered through Google Forms during April to June 2023. The link to survey was disseminated through WhatsApp chats of different social groups, including primary care specialists (general practitioners and nurses), and educators from primary and secondary schools from all 17 regions of Kazakhstan, spanning urban and rural areas. 410 participants took part in the survey in total. Statistical significance will be defined as p-values < 0.05.
resultsIndividuals aged 25 and above, who are both educated and employed, exhibit a greater awareness of ASD compared to other demographic groups. A low proportion of respondents (18.3%) demonstrated familiarity with the key symptoms of ASD as well as on its causes. Furthermore, it's noteworthy that the primary resource for acquiring information about ASD was the internet for both of these regions.
conclusionLow awareness on ASD symptoms and treatment methods was identified in both areas. There is a need to develop activities to increase the public awareness on ASD, including knowledge on early symptoms of ASD and facilities that address the needs of people on the ASD and their families.
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