AUTISM IN VIETNAMESE CHILDREN CURRENT SITUATION AND SOLUTIONS
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DOI:
https://doi.org/10.64223/tvj.e2025.v1.i1.a8Abstract
Autism is one of the most common developmental disorders today, causing significant difficulties in communication, social interaction and behavior in children. In the context of Vietnam’s growing emphasis on mental health, autism has become a prominent concern due to the increasing number of diagnosed cases. This not only places a burden on families but also has a substantial impact on the education and healthcare systems.
Research on autism in Vietnam still faces many challenges due to the lack of official databases, limited in-depth studies and the diversity in symptom presentation among autistic children. Additionally, interventions and support services remain limited in terms of expertise and infrastructure.
This article focuses on clarifying the following issues:
(1) The current state of autism in children in Vietnam, including prevalence rates, clinical characteristics and risk factors;
(2) An assessment of existing intervention models;
(3) Proposing solutions to improve the effectiveness of diagnosis, intervention and support for children with autism and their families. The article highlights the importance of raising community awareness, providing professional training and developing early intervention services to minimize the impact of autism on the holistic development of children.
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Author Biographies
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Nguyen Thi Hoai Thuong Thuong
Dr. Nguyễn Thị Hoài Thương is a physician specializing in clinical psychiatry, community mental health, and school psychology, with a particular focus on children and adolescents.
She has previously worked at the Quảng Ninh Mental Health Protection Hospital and internal medicine departments of Bach Mai Hospital, where she was directly involved in the diagnosis and treatment of various psychiatric and medical conditions. These included anxiety, depression, Alzheimer’s disease, acute and chronic psychotic disorders, substance abuse, as well as developmental disorders such as ADHD and autism spectrum disorder.
In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Thương has participated in collaborative research and mental health education initiatives aimed at raising awareness and improving psychological well-being in the community, especially among school-aged youth.
A notable project she guided:
Supervised a student research project titled “The relationship between personality traits and anxiety, depression among high school students at the Experimental School of Educational Sciences” (2025). -
Hùng Trần Quốc Hùng
Dr. Trần Quốc Hùng, born on March 17, 1986, is of the Sán Dìu ethnic minority, originally from Quang Hanh Ward, Cẩm Phả City, Quảng Ninh Province. He currently resides in the Dream Town Urban Area, Nam Từ Liêm District, Hanoi.
He holds Bachelor's degrees in Vietnamese Studies, Sociology, and English from Hue University institutions. He completed his Master's degree in Ethnology and earned a Ph.D. in Cultural Management from the Vietnam National Institute of Culture and Arts.
Dr. Hùng has over a decade of professional experience at the Committee for Ethnic Minorities of Quảng Ninh Province. He is an active member of various academic associations, including the Vietnam Folklore Association and the Vietnam Cultural Heritage Association.
He has authored and co-authored 13 monographs and numerous studies focusing on folklore, cultural heritage, and sustainable livelihoods among ethnic minorities. He has led and participated in multiple research projects at national, ministerial, and institutional levels, particularly in the fields of ethnic culture preservation and development.
His work has been widely published in leading academic journals, and he has received several awards, including the Vừ A Dính Award and top prizes from the Vietnam Folklore Association.
His primary research interests encompass cultural theory, family and ethnic minority culture, cultural heritage management, and sustainable ethnic community development.
