Knowledge, Attitudes and Willingness of Caregivers of Preterm Infants Toward Autism: A Cross-Sectional Study

IF 1.6 4区医学 Q3 DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY International Journal of Developmental Neuroscience Pub Date : 2025-01-06 DOI:10.1002/jdn.10411

Dan Ma, Hong Luo, Yanhong Wang, Wei Zhou, Yongguang Lu, Binhao Lv, Li Zhang, Yimin Hua

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Abstract

Background

To examine the knowledge, attitudes and willingness of caregivers of preterm infants toward autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Methods

This cross-sectional study was conducted from September to December 2022 at the Hospital and enrolled the caregivers of preterm infants. The final questionnaire, developed by the authors, included four dimensions: demographic data, knowledge (16 items), attitudes (10 items) and willingness (seven items).

Results

This study included 702 participants (77.21% females). The average knowledge, attitude and willingness scores were 7.75 ± 3.47 (total: 16), 38.54 ± 4.38 (total: 50) and 31.38 ± 3.95 (total: 35), respectively. Female (OR = 1.945, 95% CI: 1.182–2.797, p = 0.003), college or bachelor's (OR = 4.429, 95% CI: 1.525–9.788, p = 0.006), master or above (OR = 3.864, 95% CI: 1.194–12.500, p = 0.024) and stable work (OR = 2.098, 95% CI: 1.421–3.098, p < 0.001) were independently associated with sufficient knowledge. Age 30–34 (OR = 0.639, 95% CI: 0.423–0.695, p = 0.033), age ≥ 35 (OR = 0.517, 95% CI: 0.334–0.802, p = 0.003) and urban residency (OR = 1.697, 95% CI: 1.118–2.576, p = 0.013) were independently associated with favourable attitudes. The knowledge scores (OR = 1.100, 95% CI: 1.041–1.162, p = 0.001), attitude scores (OR = 1.212, 95% CI: 1.158–1.690, p < 0.001) and a monthly income of 10,000–20,000 RMB (OR = 2.125, 95% CI: 1.208–3.736, p = 0.009) were independently associated with the positive willingness.

Conclusions

This study observed poor knowledge but favourable attitudes and willingness toward ASD among caregivers of preterm infants. More attention should be paid to the education of caregivers to improve the knowledge of autism in the families of premature infants.

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早产儿照顾者对自闭症的认识、态度和意愿：一项横断面研究。

背景：调查早产儿护理人员对自闭症谱系障碍（ASD）的认知、态度和意愿。方法：本横断面研究于2022年9月至12月在该院进行，招募早产儿护理人员。最终的调查问卷由作者开发，包括四个方面：人口统计数据、知识（16项）、态度（10项）和意愿（7项）。结果：共纳入702名受试者，其中女性占77.21%。平均知识、态度和意愿得分分别为7.75±3.47分（总分16分）、38.54±4.38分（总分50分）和31.38±3.95分（总分35分）。女性（OR = 1.945, 95% CI: 1.182 ~ 2.797, p = 0.003）、大专或本科学历（OR = 4.429, 95% CI: 1.525 ~ 9.788, p = 0.006）、硕士及以上学历（OR = 3.864, 95% CI: 1.194 ~ 12.500, p = 0.024）、工作稳定（OR = 2.098, 95% CI: 1.421 ~ 3.098, p）。应重视护理人员的教育，提高早产儿家庭对自闭症的认识。

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International Journal of Developmental Neuroscience 医学-发育生物学

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3.30

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6-12 weeks

期刊介绍： International Journal of Developmental Neuroscience publishes original research articles and critical review papers on all fundamental and clinical aspects of nervous system development, renewal and regeneration, as well as on the effects of genetic and environmental perturbations of brain development and homeostasis leading to neurodevelopmental disorders and neurological conditions. Studies describing the involvement of stem cells in nervous system maintenance and disease (including brain tumours), stem cell-based approaches for the investigation of neurodegenerative diseases, roles of neuroinflammation in development and disease, and neuroevolution are also encouraged. Investigations using molecular, cellular, physiological, genetic and epigenetic approaches in model systems ranging from simple invertebrates to human iPSC-based 2D and 3D models are encouraged, as are studies using experimental models that provide behavioural or evolutionary insights. The journal also publishes Special Issues dealing with topics at the cutting edge of research edited by Guest Editors appointed by the Editor in Chief. A major aim of the journal is to facilitate the transfer of fundamental studies of nervous system development, maintenance, and disease to clinical applications. The journal thus intends to disseminate valuable information for both biologists and physicians. International Journal of Developmental Neuroscience is owned and supported by The International Society for Developmental Neuroscience (ISDN), an organization of scientists interested in advancing developmental neuroscience research in the broadest sense.