Bridging the Leadership Gap in Autism Care: A Global Imperative for Effective Implementation

Ajeng Ayu Widiastuti; Adi Atmoko; Nur Eva; Iin Ervina; Herdina Tyas Leylasari; Husnul Khotimah Rustam; Istiqamah Juraidin

doi:10.1016/j.jaac.2025.07.1043

Bridging the Leadership Gap in Autism Care: A Global Imperative for Effective Implementation

J Am Acad Child Adolesc Psychiatry. 2026 Jan;65(1):1-2. doi: 10.1016/j.jaac.2025.07.1043. Epub 2025 Jul 24.

Authors

Ajeng Ayu Widiastuti¹, Adi Atmoko², Nur Eva², Iin Ervina³, Herdina Tyas Leylasari⁴, Husnul Khotimah Rustam², Istiqamah Juraidin²

Affiliations

¹ State University of Malang, Indonesia; Satya Wacana Christian University, Indonesia. Electronic address: ajeng.widiastuti@uksw.edu.
² State University of Malang, Indonesia.
³ Muhammadiyah University of Jember, Indonesia.
⁴ Widya Mandala Catholic University of Surabaya, Indonesia.

PMID: 40714294
DOI: 10.1016/j.jaac.2025.07.1043

Abstract

We read with great interest the article by Brookman-Frazee et al.¹ "Effectiveness of Multilevel Implementation Strategies for Autism Interventions: Outcomes of Two Linked Implementation Trials," which presents compelling evidence on the role of leadership in promoting the fidelity and effectiveness of evidence-based interventions (EBIs) for autistic children. The study underscores the critical role of leader-focused strategies in ensuring the successful adoption of EBIs across multiple public service systems, a finding with profound implications for global autism care.

Publication types

Letter

MeSH terms

Autistic Disorder* / therapy
Child
Evidence-Based Practice*
Humans
Leadership*