Fatherhood, race, and autism: A scoping review of black and Latino fathers’ experiences / Ed-Dee G. WILLIAMS in Research in Autism, 137 (September 2026)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202974 Titre : Fatherhood, race, and autism: A scoping review of black and Latino fathers’ experiences Type de document : texte imprimé Auteurs : Ed-Dee G. WILLIAMS, Auteur ; Andrea S. MEDRANO, Auteur ; J. Dontaé ROBERTS, Auteur ; Angelina LATIN, Auteur ; Ashley M. LOPEZ, Auteur ; Dollar GANU, Auteur ; Fatima VAKIL, Auteur ; Lauren WARE, Auteur Article en page(s) : 202974 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Black fathers  Latino fathers  Autism spectrum disorder  Fatherhood  Racial disparities  Cultural context  Scoping review Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Research on parents of autistic children has historically centered mothers, leaving the experiences of fathers, particularly Black and Latino fathers, largely absent from the evidence base. This scoping review systematically maps the empirical literature on Black and Latino fathers raising autistic children, examining how their parenting roles, challenges, and support needs are conceptualized across studies. Guided by Arksey and O’Malley’s framework, we searched four databases for empirical studies published between 2010 and 2025 and identified 25 studies that met inclusion criteria. Qualitative designs, with limited quantitative, longitudinal, or mixed‑methods research dominate the literature. Across studies, Black and Latino fathers described complex emotional reactions to diagnosis; evolving caregiving roles shaped by cultural norms, work constraints, and systemic inequities; and varied coping strategies rooted in spirituality, family networks, and cultural resilience. Fathers also reported relational strains within partnerships, experiences of racialized bias in service systems, and ongoing advocacy challenges in clinical, educational, and community settings. Despite these stressors, many fathers embraced adaptive, strengths‑based approaches to parenting and expressed deep commitment to their children’s development and long‑term well-being. Findings underscore the need for more father‑inclusive, culturally responsive research and interventions that address structural barriers, enhance paternal engagement, and better support Black and Latino families navigating autism. Lay abstract While autism research has strongly focused on mothers, fathers play an important role in supporting autistic children. The experiences of Black and Latino fathers, who often face additional challenges linked to racism, cultural expectations, and unequal access to services, are not well understood. To help fill this gap, we reviewed all available studies published between 2010 and 2025 that included Black or Latino fathers of autistic children. We found only 25 studies, indicating this topic remains greatly under-researched. Most studies used interviews or focus groups, giving fathers the chance to share their personal experiences. Many described strong emotional reactions when first learning about their child’s diagnosis, including shock, sadness, and sometimes denial. Cultural beliefs about masculinity and fatherhood sometimes shaped how they processed the diagnosis or sought support. Over time, many Black and Latino fathers reported becoming more patient, involved, and emotionally connected with their children. They often faced major barriers when navigating schools, healthcare settings, and community services. Some described racial bias, limited language access, or feeling dismissed by professionals. Despite these challenges, fathers expressed deep love for their children and a strong desire to advocate for their needs. Fathers’ well‑being was influenced by several factors, including support from partners, extended family, spirituality, and opportunities to learn more about autism. Overall, this review shows that Black and Latino fathers are active, committed caregivers, but their perspectives remain overlooked in research and practice. More studies are needed to understand their experiences and develop services that truly reflect the cultural and structural realities their families face. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202974 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592 [article] Fatherhood, race, and autism: A scoping review of black and Latino fathers’ experiences [texte imprimé] / Ed-Dee G. WILLIAMS, Auteur ; Andrea S. MEDRANO, Auteur ; J. Dontaé ROBERTS, Auteur ; Angelina LATIN, Auteur ; Ashley M. LOPEZ, Auteur ; Dollar GANU, Auteur ; Fatima VAKIL, Auteur ; Lauren WARE, Auteur . - 202974. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 137 (September 2026) . - 202974 Mots-clés : Black fathers  Latino fathers  Autism spectrum disorder  Fatherhood  Racial disparities  Cultural context  Scoping review Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Research on parents of autistic children has historically centered mothers, leaving the experiences of fathers, particularly Black and Latino fathers, largely absent from the evidence base. This scoping review systematically maps the empirical literature on Black and Latino fathers raising autistic children, examining how their parenting roles, challenges, and support needs are conceptualized across studies. Guided by Arksey and O’Malley’s framework, we searched four databases for empirical studies published between 2010 and 2025 and identified 25 studies that met inclusion criteria. Qualitative designs, with limited quantitative, longitudinal, or mixed‑methods research dominate the literature. Across studies, Black and Latino fathers described complex emotional reactions to diagnosis; evolving caregiving roles shaped by cultural norms, work constraints, and systemic inequities; and varied coping strategies rooted in spirituality, family networks, and cultural resilience. Fathers also reported relational strains within partnerships, experiences of racialized bias in service systems, and ongoing advocacy challenges in clinical, educational, and community settings. Despite these stressors, many fathers embraced adaptive, strengths‑based approaches to parenting and expressed deep commitment to their children’s development and long‑term well-being. Findings underscore the need for more father‑inclusive, culturally responsive research and interventions that address structural barriers, enhance paternal engagement, and better support Black and Latino families navigating autism. Lay abstract While autism research has strongly focused on mothers, fathers play an important role in supporting autistic children. The experiences of Black and Latino fathers, who often face additional challenges linked to racism, cultural expectations, and unequal access to services, are not well understood. To help fill this gap, we reviewed all available studies published between 2010 and 2025 that included Black or Latino fathers of autistic children. We found only 25 studies, indicating this topic remains greatly under-researched. Most studies used interviews or focus groups, giving fathers the chance to share their personal experiences. Many described strong emotional reactions when first learning about their child’s diagnosis, including shock, sadness, and sometimes denial. Cultural beliefs about masculinity and fatherhood sometimes shaped how they processed the diagnosis or sought support. Over time, many Black and Latino fathers reported becoming more patient, involved, and emotionally connected with their children. They often faced major barriers when navigating schools, healthcare settings, and community services. Some described racial bias, limited language access, or feeling dismissed by professionals. Despite these challenges, fathers expressed deep love for their children and a strong desire to advocate for their needs. Fathers’ well‑being was influenced by several factors, including support from partners, extended family, spirituality, and opportunities to learn more about autism. Overall, this review shows that Black and Latino fathers are active, committed caregivers, but their perspectives remain overlooked in research and practice. More studies are needed to understand their experiences and develop services that truly reflect the cultural and structural realities their families face. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202974 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=592

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