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This review aims to explore autistic parents' experiences in accessing formal parenting support and how these systems affect their engagement.

July 26, 2026AutismOpen Access

Autistic Parents’ Experiences Accessing Parenting Support: A Systematic Review and Meta-synthesis of Qualitative Research

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Systematic review synthesizes qualitative studies on parenting support experiences of autistic adults, suggesting systemic changes for better access.

This review aims to explore autistic parents' experiences in accessing formal parenting support and how these systems affect their engagement.
Conducted a systematic review of 12 qualitative studies focused on autistic parents' experiences.
Utilized thematic synthesis to identify five key themes from the studies.
Analyzed the perceptions and interactions of autistic parents with formal systems.
Many autistic parents reported feeling judged or misunderstood by parenting professionals.
Parents described significant emotional and practical efforts needed to navigate support systems.
Successfully accessed support involved respect, clarity, and adaptations that acknowledged autism.

Rider et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Systematic review synthesizes qualitative studies on parenting support experiences of autistic adults, suggesting systemic changes for better access.