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Title
The full spectrum: Hispanic understanding of autism in Southern Arizona
Description
The purpose of this study is to explore the knowledge and attitudes about autism spectrum disorders among Hispanics in the Southwest. The study will also examine perceived barriers in obtaining resources and preferences in accessing health care. Participants (N = 169) were surveyed using the Autism Awareness Survey, which was developed specifically for this research. Significant differences were found between individuals with high acculturation and low acculturation in exposure to autism, knowledge about autism, perceived barriers to obtaining resources and health care, and attitudes towards people with autism. Additionally, the findings also suggest that although the surveyed population was knowledgeable about the symptoms associated with autism, less well known is the etiology and course of the disorder. The research underscores the serious need for both Spanish educational resources and Spanish-speaking health care providers to address the needs of Hispanics with regards to autism, especially with individuals with low levels of acculturation.
Date Created
2012
Contributors
- Voelkel, Heather (Author)
- LeCroy, Craig W. (Thesis advisor)
- Williams, Lela (Committee member)
- Holschuh, Jane (Committee member)
- Arizona State University (Publisher)
Topical Subject
Resource Type
Extent
v, 31 p. : col. ill
Language
Copyright Statement
In Copyright
Primary Member of
Peer-reviewed
No
Open Access
No
Handle
https://hdl.handle.net/2286/R.I.14689
Statement of Responsibility
by Heather Voelkel
Description Source
Viewed on October 22, 2012
Level of coding
full
Note
Partial requirement for: M.S.W., Arizona State University, 2012
Note type
thesis
Includes bibliographical references (p. 29-30)
Note type
bibliography
Field of study: Social work
System Created
- 2012-08-24 06:19:42
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- 2021-08-30 01:47:53
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