Provider Perspectives on Telehealth Services for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder During the Coronavirus Disease 2019 Pandemic.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The purpose of the current study was to explore provider perspectives on the strengths and challenges of telehealth services (e.g., behavioral interventions, physical, speech, and occupational therapy, medication management) for children with autism spectrum disorder during coronavirus disease 2019 related shutdowns.

Methods

From September 2020 to May 2021, we conducted qualitative interviews with 35 providers across multiple disciplines from 17 sites in the Autism Care Network. Qualitative data were analyzed using a framework approach and common themes were identified.

Results

Providers across clinical disciplines identified strengths of the virtual model, such as its flexibility and the opportunity it provided to see children in their home environment. The

SUBMITTER: Fell LA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9985515 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature