Comparison of Services for Autism Spectrum Disorder in Massachusetts with Those in Seoul
10.3346/jkms.2019.34.e288
- Author:
Jung Won KIM
1
;
Hyo Won KIM
;
Duk Soo MOON
;
Yun Shin LIM
;
Christopher J MCDOUGLE
;
Yamini Jagannath HOWE
Author Information
1. Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurobiology, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL, USA.
- Publication Type:Original Article
- Keywords:
Autism Spectrum Disorder;
Intervention;
Massachusetts;
Seoul;
Services
- MeSH:
Autism Spectrum Disorder;
Autistic Disorder;
Education;
Education, Special;
Humans;
Investments;
Korea;
Massachusetts;
Quality of Health Care;
Seoul
- From:Journal of Korean Medical Science
2019;34(43):e288-
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
BACKGROUND: This article intended to identify and describe areas in need of services and interventions for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their families in Seoul, Korea. METHODS: A descriptive comparison was made between available services and interventions in Seoul, Korea and Massachusetts, USA. Relevant information was obtained through sending phone/email inquiries to the governments and organizations, visiting their official websites, and searching for published articles or reports. RESULTS: In a few areas such as level of education, economy, and general quality of healthcare, Seoul was found to be similar to Massachusetts. However, in terms of services and interventions for individuals with ASD and their families, especially early identification and intervention, special education, care coordination, school-based programs, and transition to adulthood, Massachusetts was shown to have far more availability. CONCLUSION: The limited availability of services and interventions for individuals with ASD and their families in Seoul in comparison to Massachusetts, underlines target areas for further investment and development.
