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This research aims to evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of AI-driven tools for early autism spectrum disorder screening in Egypt.

April 10, 2026Open Access

Feasibility and Acceptability of AI-Powered Tools for Early Autism Screening in Egypt: Semistructured Focus Group Study

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This research aims to evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of AI-driven tools for early autism spectrum disorder screening in Egypt.
Conducted semistructured focus group discussions
Engaged diverse stakeholders including health system leaders and technologists
Analyzed responses to assess needs for AI integration
Identified key requirements for successful AI implementation including data governance
Highlighted the need for culturally adaptive design
Confirmed interest in AI tools for equitable early detection of autism

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AI-powered ASD screening has potential to advance equitable early detection in underserved areas. Adoption requires transparent data governance, integration into hybrid human-AI models, culturally adaptive design, and targeted digital literacy initiatives. These findings provide an evidence-based roadmap for policymakers, technologists, and health system leaders to implement AI screening tools that are ethically sound, contextually relevant, and equity-focused.

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Pratheepan Yogarajah

University of Ulster

Ammal M. Metwally

National Research Centre

Priyanka Chaurasia

University of Ulster

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Journal of Medical Internet Research

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University of Ulster

National Research Centre

American University in Cairo

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Yogarajah et al. (Tue,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69d894ce6c1944d70ce05bda — DOI: https://doi.org/10.2196/82564

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Feasibility and Acceptability of AI-Powered Tools for Early Autism Screening in Egypt: Semistructured Focus Group Study

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