9 - autism in adulthood
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why is transitioning to adulthood hard for autistic individuals?
less services for autistic adults
poor employment rates
not many entering higher education
what are some poor outcomes that autistic indivdiuals experience when transitioning into adulthood? (Cimera & Cowen, 2009)
independent living
low rate of employment
low friendship quality + quantity
poor mental health
higher suicide rates
less likely to enter and stay in higher education
how does intersectionality play in this transition?
late diagnoses → late receipt of services/support
late diagnoses negatively impacts non-white + low SES individuals
what should we consider when thinking of a successful adulthood transition?
what does a successful transition to adulthood mean to autistic individuals?