Аннотация
Autism spectrum disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects the nervous system. It is characterised by three main areas of difficulty: social interaction, repetitive behaviour and limited interests. The establishment of an efficacious system of state assistance for children with autism spectrum disorders represents a crucial element in the provision of psychological, emotional, and financial support to families.Objective. This study examines the contemporary models of state support systems for children with autism spectrum disorders in the global context and in Kazakhstan.Methods. The study was conducted between 2014 and 2024 by searching the Web of Science, PubMed, Google Scholar, ResearchGate, and eLibrary databases. A total of 831 articles were identified through the search process, of which 34 were selected through content analysis. The study analysed international experience and reviewed the support system in Kazakhstan.The results of the study demonstrate that in developed countries, support systems for children with autism spectrum disorders are constructed on a comprehensive combination of medical, educational, and social services. Conclusion.The social security system in Kazakhstan is in a developmental phase and necessitates coordination between departments. In consideration of the experience of other countries, Kazakhstan has the potential to enhance the system of state social security for children with autism spectrum disorders.Keywords: autism, state support, аutism spectrum disorder, global experience, state programme.