A proposed service model for early identification of autism spectrum disorder in ethnic communities in Southern Israel

Abstract

Early autism spectrum disorder (ASD) detection is a precondition for effective intervention and facilitates significant improvements in functioning. In Israel, toddlers undergo general developmental screening by public health nurses (PHNs) at maternal and child health centres (MCHCs). Nevertheless, there are disparities among ethnic How to cite this article: Kerub O, Rosenthal A, Haas EJ, et al. A proposed service model for early identification of autism spectrum disorder in ethnic communities in Southern Israel.