Abstract: We conducted a literature review of the concept, sources, harmfulness, assessment tools, the status quo, influencing factors and interventions related to stigma among family caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorder. The purpose of this review is to understand the research status of stigma among family caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorder at home and abroad, and to provide reference for exploring effective interventions to reduce the level of stigma in family caregivers.

Key words: autism spectrum disorder; children; family caregivers; stigma