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Professionals and agency directors’ evaluation of challenges in providing effective ASD service
| % professionals selecting | % directors selecting | |
|---|---|---|
| Inadequate governmental policy | 25 | 60 |
| Lack of parental collaboration | 39 | 10 |
| Lack of well-trained teachers/therapists | 44 | 60 |
| Lack of standardized programs | 44 | 40 |
| Lack of valid, culturally-appropriate tools | 46 | 40 |
| Financial difficulties (professionals’ low salary) | 50 | 30 |
| Facility difficulties | 56 | 70 |
| Lack of experts | 57 | 30 |
