Community Perceptions of the Causes of Autism and Help-Seeking Responses: A Multi-Site Qualitative Study Across Northern Uganda
Autism: The International Journal of Research and Practice
Published online on April 22, 2026
Abstract
Autism, Volume 30, Issue 6, Page 1430-1442, June 2026.
Understanding the causes of autism in sub-Saharan Africa remains limited, contributing to stigma and delayed identification. This multi-site qualitative study examined community explanatory models of autism and related help-seeking practices in Northern ...
Understanding the causes of autism in sub-Saharan Africa remains limited, contributing to stigma and delayed identification. This multi-site qualitative study examined community explanatory models of autism and related help-seeking practices in Northern ...