Les besoins exprimés par les parents d'enfants ayant un TSAÂ : une étude exploratoire franco-québécoise

In conclusion, it seems that all parents, French and Quebecer, show similar needs in regards to professional and educative advice when making decisions. Also, they all wish for their child to benefit from interventions adapted to their level of functioning. Children with ASD go through various transitions (daycare, school setting, youth, adulthood), just as any other children. However, they require specific and planned interventions tailored to their needs. Professional advice appears useful to guide families through these important steps. In addition, few parents from France or Quebec require help from other parents or their association. This result may be attributed to the increasing amount of information and help available through Internet (websites, discussion forums, etc.). Indeed, numerous parents of children with ASD visit discussion forums, for multiple purposes, either to find information, to confide, to ask for guidance or even to offer their help to parents living similar experiences.