New research shows that intensive and early intervention (EI) has the potential to change brain function in young children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Despite the positive benefit of EI, many families (n = 16) reported difficulties accessing EI services following an ASD diagnosis at the intensity viewed necessary for optimal child outcome. Parents reported that on average they secured 6.81 hours of services per month and that limited access to EI services led to increased parental stress at a time when a new ASD diagnosis was often overwhelming. Findings are discussed in terms of support to families who are experiencing difficulties accessing care after new ASD diagnosis.
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