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This survey explored the support available and the effect of lockdown on children with autism spectrum disorder and their families in India and the United Kingdom. Our findings showed significant problems for children and families due to lockdown. App-based information delivered to parents with support showed encouraging feedback.
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Rohan Pandey and Shipra Verma for helping in conducting the survey in India.
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Bharat, R., Uzaina, Niranjan, S. et al. Autism Spectrum Disorder in the COVID 19 Era: New Challenges — New Solutions. Indian Pediatr 58, 890–891 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1007/s13312-021-2314-3
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