Psychologist: Future of children with autism weighs heavily on parents’ minds

Assoc Prof Fauziah says parents often worry and contemplate how they will manage the pressure of meeting their child’s needs as they age.

THE future of a child with autism is the main concern of parents or guardians, says a Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (Upsi) psychology and counselling expert.

Assoc Prof Dr Fauziah Mohd Saad said caring for special needs children was a lot more challenging and stressful compared to caring for other children, especially in countries with a lack of support resources.