Preferences for Neurodevelopmental Follow-Up Care for Children: A Discrete Choice Experiment.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Identifying and addressing neurodevelopmental delays in children can be challenging for families and the healthcare system. Delays in accessing services and early interventions are common. The design and delivery of these services, and associated outcomes for children, may be improved if service provision aligns with families' needs and preferences for receiving care. The aim of this study is to identify families' preferences for neurodevelopmental follow-up care for children using an established methodology.

Methods

We used a discrete choice experiment (DCE) to elicit families' preferences. We collected data from families and caregivers of children with neurodevelopmental needs. The DCE process included four stages. In stage 1, we identified attributes and leve

SUBMITTER: Sharma P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11461776 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature