Background: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neuro-developmental disorder
this involves difficulties in social communication and interaction as well as unusual
patterns of interest and behavior.Aim: This study aimed to assess knowledgeof autistic
children's parents about ASD. Design:A descriptive design was utilized in currentstudy
that carried out atthree governmental hospitalslocated in Dakahlia and Port Said
Governorates.Convenient sampleof 68 parents whose children have ASDincluded in the
study.Tools:A structured interview sheet was used to assess socio-demographic
characteristics of the studied parents and parent's knowledge about ASD. Results: The
majority of studied parents know symptoms of ASD. More than half of parents were had no
knowledge about red flags of ASD.Less than two thirds of studied parents reported the
relation between aggressive behaviors and ASD. Moreover, less than two thirds of them
reported that children diagnosed with ASD have special skills.Additionally, more than half
of studied parents reported that psychological treatment to be the best. Conclusion: There
was avariation regarding parents' knowledge about ASD. Recommendations: Enhance
parents' knowledge regarding ASD