Delays in the Autism Spectrum Disorder Diagnostic Pathway: An Audit of Wait Times for Initial Assessment and Post-Diagnosis Support in Greater Preston
Aims: Timely initiation of assessment for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is crucial as delays can significantly impact development of children and family well-being. This audit aimed to assess the adherence to National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guideline recommendations of time...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Cambridge University Press
2025-06-01
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| Series: | BJPsych Open |
| Online Access: | https://www.cambridge.org/core/product/identifier/S2056472425106911/type/journal_article |
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| Summary: | Aims: Timely initiation of assessment for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is crucial as delays can significantly impact development of children and family well-being. This audit aimed to assess the adherence to National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guideline recommendations of timely initiation of ASD assessment and follow-up care in the Greater Preston Area. |
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| ISSN: | 2056-4724 |