Bridging the Gap: Empowering Families Awaiting an Autism Diagnosis

• By: Andrea Lavigne, PhD, BCBA, LBA, LABA Nick James Autism Care Partners
• October 2nd, 2023
• at-home toolkits, diagnosis delays, diagnostic evaluation, early intervention benefits, empowering caregivers, Fall 2023 Issue, family engagement, family support needs, individualized goals, pre-diagnostic gap, progress tracking, skill building activities, telehealth programs
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The prevalence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) continues to rise. According to the CDC, 1 in 36 children are diagnosed with autism by the age 81 and as a result, the need for comprehensive family support systems has never been more pressing. Unfortunately, the barriers to clinical support and...