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World J Clin Pediatr. Dec 9, 2023; 12(5): 273-294
Published online Dec 9, 2023. doi: 10.5409/wjcp.v12.i5.273
Table 4 Challenges to early detection of autism
Challenges
Details
Cultural & educationalLack of adequate awareness
Cultural and linguistic barriers
Stigma and fear
Disease-related Continuous variability in symptoms and signs
Diagnosis is largely subjective
Frequent co-morbidities and overlapping with other disorders
Lack of specific biological markers and ‎diagnostic criteria and tests
Resources-relatedLimited funding, access to screening, and healthcare facilities