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Abstract

Background

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex and heterogeneous neurodevelopmental disorder that is associated with functional impairments across an individual’s lifespan. The complexity and increasing global prevalence of ASD pose significant strains on healthcare systems. Early Intensive Behavioral Interventions (EIBI) are cost-effective evidence-based interventions that improve outcomes for individuals with ASD, especially when implemented in early childhood.

Objectives

This study reviews the disease burden of ASD and analyzes four potential financing models for EIBI in Dubai.

Methods

A rapid literature review was conducted to synthesize the disease burden of ASD and EIBI services in Dubai. Bardach’s eightfold model for policy analysis was used to analyze four policy options for EIBI in Dubai: (1) Government financing and provision of EIBI through specialized centers, (2) Government financing of EIBI through contracting private providers, (3) Mandating insurance coverage of EIBI for children with ASD, and, lastly, (4) A mixed model that includes both mandating insurance coverage for EIBI and government provision through non-profit organizations.

Results

EIBI services were available in Dubai but were associated with a substantial out-of-pocket (OOP) burden on families. Many young children with ASD were unable to access EIBI. Option (4) of using the mixed financing model of EIBI was optimal in the context of Dubai, based on evaluation criteria, including accessibility, cost-effectiveness, quality, and implementability, with minimal OOP burden on families.

Conclusion

To ease the burden on families with children suffering from ASD, the stakeholders, including the government of Dubai, should consider a mixed financial model to provide EIBI.

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Early Intervention for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in Dubai: A Rapid Review and Policy Option Analysis
NEW Emirates Medical J 5, e02506882265394 (2024); https://doi.org/10.2174/0102506882265394231027114304
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  • Article Type:     Review Article
Keyword(s): Autism; Autism Spectrum Disorder; Early Intensive Behavioral Interventions; Financing model; Health financing; Psychiatry

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