Family Experiences with Autism Spectrum Disorder in WHO African Regions: A Scoping Review

This scoping review systematically examined 51+ qualitative studies (2003–2021) on how families in WHO African regions experience having a child with autism, identifying challenges in education, healthcare, and community support. Families employed adaptive coping strategies including faith, counseling, and acceptance, with the review highlighting need for improved professional education and continued research in African countries.