Abstract

Pediatric Management of Autism: A Psychosocial Perspective

Author(s): Zineb Zerrouk

This article explores how social representations influence the management practices of autism among pediatricians. It adopts a psychosocial approach, drawing on the theory of social representations to analyze the diversity of clinical practices used in the pediatric field. The study, conducted in Morocco, took place in two stages and combined qualitative and quantitative methods within a mixed-methods approach. It involved a sample of 61 pediatricians working in both public and private sectors. The main objective was to identify and understand the social representations these professionals have of autism, and to analyze how these perceptions influence their approach to intervening with autistic children