Findings reveal factors linked to psychiatric emergency visits in children with autism, suggesting improved access to mental health care is necessary.
Findings highlight the role of psychiatric emergency units as potential entry points into the mental health system for children and adolescents with ASD, particularly in middle-income countries where early access to specialized care is often limited. These results underscore the importance of training emergency professionals in managing neurodevelopmental crises and providing families with guidance on how to respond to behavioral emergencies.
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