Measurement properties of assessment tools for affiliate stigma in parents of children with autism: a systematic review protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a prevalent neurodevelopmental disorder. Parents of children with ASD often have a higher level of affiliate stigma, which impacts their physical and mental health, family relationships and social functions. Nowadays, a variety of assessment tools are available for measuring this stigma, but they have many limitations. This systematic review aims to critically appraise the measurement properties of instruments used to assess affiliate stigma in parents of children with autism and help researchers and healthcare professionals make more appropriate choices when using these tools.

Methods and analysis

This protocol adheres to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Protocols guidelines. We will search

SUBMITTER: Zhu M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12666121 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature