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“We call it Bokoa jwa tlhaloganyo”: Setswana parents’ perspective on autism spectrum disorder

20241 citationOpen accessUniversity of South Africa

Abstract

It was concluded that there is a lack of knowledge in Setswana culture about what ASD entails, and there are still some superstitious beliefs regarding ASD, resulting in late diagnoses. ASD studies with larger sample sizes, including medical professionals and policymakers, are recommended.

Research topics

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder Research
  • Family and Disability Support Research
  • Child Nutrition and Feeding Issues

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DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2024.1381160

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